Derek Jason Cornell was 48 when he was fatally shot on January 18, 2024, while responding to a service call on U.S. 95 about five miles south of Goldfield, Nevada. He worked as the owner-operator of Wolf Pack Towing and served his community as a volunteer firefighter with the Goldfield Volunteer Fire Department. Another tow truck driver at the scene suffered minor injuries from broken glass and reported the incident to authorities.

Cornell is survived by his wife, Keyna, and their four children. A GoFundMe was set up to help with funeral expenses and other needs. Fellow tow operators and community members later gathered at Sunset Park in Las Vegas, revving engines and flashing lights to honor him. Funeral services were held at Palm Downtown Mortuary with visitation on February 8 and a service on February 9, 2024.

What information can anyone share about the shooting or Derek’s last call on U.S. 95?