Las Vegas Tow Operators Honor Fallen Driver

A convoy of tow trucks rolled through Las Vegas on Sunday to honor the memory of Ryan Billotte, a tow truck driver who was struck and killed while assisting a motorist on Interstate 215 on March 9, 2021.

Nearly five years to the day of the tragedy, dozens of drivers participated in the procession, which ended at the exact location where Billotte lost his life. Many of those who joined the tribute did not personally know Billotte but said the dangers of roadside work unite everyone in the towing industry.

“Every time I step out of the truck, anything could happen any moment,” said Erik, a AAA driver who took part in the convoy.

The procession stopped beneath a roadside sign reminding motorists about Nevada’s Move Over Law, which requires drivers to slow down and move over when passing emergency or service vehicles with flashing lights.

Participants said the goal of the event was both remembrance and awareness.

“We just want to come home to our families at night,” said Clayton Agner. “Ryan was unfortunate enough to not be able to make it home that night.” Source: https://www.fox5vegas.com