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Cole Camp, MO (March 19, 2024) – Several people were to area hospitals with injuries following a motor vehicle accident that occurred in Benton County. The incident took place at around 9:30 p.m. on March 16.
According to law enforcement reports, the driver of a 2003 Dodge Ram was driving on Five Bridge Avenue when they failed to negotiate a curve. As a result, the vehicle crossed over the center of the roadway and collided with a 2013 Nissan Juke. Both vehicles were severely damaged in the accident and had to be towed from the scene. Three people were hurt.
The victims were identified as a 12-year-old juvenile, 21-year-old Nathanel Hampton, and 57-year-old Janice Hoehns, all of Cole Camp, Missouri. The juvenile was airlifted and flown by air ambulance to University Hospital for emergency care. Hoehns was also airlifted by air ambulance and flown to the same hospital. Hampton was transported by Pettis County EMS to Bothwell Hospital for emergency treatment. At this time, the incident is under investigation.
Our thoughts are with Janice Hoehns, Nathanel Hampton, and the young child injured in this accident.
Car Accidents in Missouri
Car accidents can be incredibly hard to deal with. Unfortunately, tens of thousands of people are injured as a result of collisions in our state every year. Far too often, these accidents take place due to preventable circumstances. Drivers who are speeding, distracted, drunk, or negligent continue to be common factors in many of the accidents that take place across our state.
If you’ve been harmed in a collision as a result of another driver's careless or senseless actions, you may have legal options that can help you protect your rights and move forward. You should seek guidance from a Cole Camp car accident lawyer right away. Your attorney will be able to help you fight for compensation and aggressively negotiate on your behalf.
After your accident, you can recover compensation to alleviate your medical costs, any repairs to your vehicle, lost wages, and more. Taking timely legal action is critical when it comes to maximizing your ability to get justice and hold the negligent driver accountable.
At Martin & Wallentine, LLC, we strive to provide personalized and compassionate legal support for those who have been injured in truck accidents. With our team of experienced lawyers and proven track record of success, we are committed to fighting for the rights of our clients every step of the way. We will stand with you every step of the way, from constructing a compelling case with evidence like photographs and eyewitness accounts to securing medical records and tenaciously pursuing a just settlement throughout the entire claims procedure. If you have suffered injuries due to a car accident, do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation at 913-764-9700. Let us help you obtain justice and the compensation you need to move forward after this difficult time.
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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.