You may remember us reporting a road rage incident on Saturday involving four cars crashing into each other on I-80 in Sparks.
Nevada State Police say more cars were involved in the road rage incident but not in the actual crash.
The road is certainly not the place where you let your emotions get the best of you, especially with Street Vibrations starting in just a few days. But if an angry driver is threatening yours and other people's safety on the road, police say to call 911.
Sgt. Mitchell Payne, Nevada State Police Highway Patrol, says, "With any crash where tensions are running high, we always encourage people to stay in your vehicle, remain at a safe place, call law enforcement, and we will handle the situation once we get there."
Sergeant Payne says they have been seeing a slight increase in road rage issues, mostly during the morning hours when people are heading to work and evening hours as they head home.
He tells us construction zones also have been causing lots of frustration for drivers, so they ask that you slow down and stay patient.
Highway Patrol will be keeping a close eye on reckless drivers as more motorcycles enter the roads for Street Vibrations. Payne says drivers should be using their blinkers, checking their blind spots, and staying extra cautious of motorcycles.
He also says motorcyclists need to be careful too and be sure to follow all state laws, "As soon as you cross into the state line in Nevada lane splitting is illegal. We've also seen an uptick in motorcycles without helmets. Helmets are required in the state of Nevada."
Street Vibrations begins this Wednesday, so once again drivers need to be more cautious and expect to see an increase in motorcycles on the roads this week.
