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Dearborn, MO (January 21, 2024) – Emergency officials out of Patte County responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident that left one person injured. The crash occurred at around 6:40 p.m. on January 18.
According to reports provided by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 2004 Ford F150 pickup truck struck a pedestrian on the northbound side of Interstate 29 near mile marker 28. The Ford then crashed into the front of a 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. The force of the crash caused the Chevrolet to strike a second pedestrian and the rear of a 1998 GMC Yukon. The pedestrian became pinned between the Chevrolet and the GMC.
All three vehicles were severely damaged in the accident and had to be removed from the scene. The pedestrians, identified as 25-year-old Miguel Luna and 58-year-old Stanford Clark, were both treated for injuries at the scene. Clark was then transported by NRAD Mosaic LifeCare at St. Joseph, Missouri, for emergency medical care. At this time, the incident is being investigated.
We hope Stanford Clark recovers quickly following this accident.
Pedestrian Accidents in Missouri
Pedestrian accidents are the cause of thousands of injuries across Missouri every year. Regrettably, people involved in these accidents are more likely to suffer severe injuries that ultimately affect their lives forever. Common injuries reported in pedestrian accidents include:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Crush injuries
- Broken ribs
- Organ damage
- Concussion
- Fractures
When victims are involved in these accidents, the chances of suffering severe and life-changing injuries are dramatically increased. The unfortunate truth is that pedestrians are much more vulnerable to the impact of automobile collisions. When they have no protection at the time of the accidents, there is a significant chance that they will suffer catastrophic injuries.
Unfortunately, the physical and emotional impacts of automobile accidents can be quite challenging to deal with. Pedestrians often have to go through extensive medical care and spend several weeks or months in recovery.
If you have suffered severe injuries as a result of an accident, it is important that you reach out to a Missouri pedestrian accident lawyer right away. You may have legal options available to help ease some of the stress you face regarding the financial burdens resulting from your crash. An attorney will be able to help you protect your rights and get justice.
At Martin & Wallentine, LLC, our dedicated team of car accident lawyers in Missouri is committed to providing personalized and compassionate legal services to each and every one of our clients. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that justice is served and that those who have been injured in automobile accidents receive the compensation they deserve. For this reason, we strive to provide full-service legal representation and the support that our clients need throughout the entire legal process. If you have been hurt in a car crash, do not hesitate to contact our Missouri personal injury legal team at 913-764-9700 for a free consultation. Let us fight for your rights and get you the justice and compensation you deserve.
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Disclaimer: We hope that by raising awareness about driving hazards, drivers will be more cautious when operating a motor vehicle and avoid being seriously injured in a collision. This accident news post is not a business solicitation. The content of this post is not intended to serve as medical or legal advice. This post's featured image was not captured at the accident scene depicted in the post.