EUREKA, MO – A 16-year-old driver crashed into a construction fence and injured his 10-year-old passenger on Thursday morning.
The crash occurred on Route FF at Schoenfeld Drive at around 8:15 a.m., according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Their report states that the teenage driver drifted off the right side of the road and hit a construction fence and ditch. The vehicle then crossed Sommertyme Road and hit another ditch. Finally, the driver veered off the left side of Route FF.
The extent of the child’s injuries are unknown, but she was transported to Mercy Hospital St. Louis after the crash.
It is unclear what caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
This article is one in a series presented by OnderLaw to inform our neighbors about car accidents and traffic news across our city. It should not be interpreted as legal advice. However, if you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, we would like to discuss your case in detail. Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical bills, your lost income, and other expenses. More importantly, the best way to hold negligent drivers responsible is to enlist the help of an experienced attorney, which has the possibility to effect change and can prevent this from happening to another family. Contact us today to speak to one of our compassionate St. Louis car accident attorneys.
