JEFFERSON COUNTY, MO – Two people were injured in a head-on collision on eastbound Missouri 30 on Tuesday morning.
According to Missouri State Highway Patrol, Lea M. Tourville, 57, was traveling west on Missouri 30 in a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD when she traveled into the eastbound lanes. The Chevrolet hit a 2016 Nissan Altima, driven by 21-year-old Shannon N. Menees, head-on around 8:20 a.m.
Both drivers were transported to Mercy Hospital South for injuries. Tourville, of Sullivan, sustained serious injuries and was not wearing a seat belt. Menees, of Richwoods, sustained moderate injuries and was wearing a seat belt.
Police report both vehicles were totaled.
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 head-on collision, 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 only way to fight against reckless drivers or fix the root cause of many accidents is to enlist the help of an experienced attorney that 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.
