Two people injured in Franklin County head-on collision

FRANKLIN COUNTY, MO – Two people were injured in a head-on collision at the intersection of Highway A and Rock Creek Drive on Friday morning.

Judith A. Donnelly, 80, was stopped at Rock Creek Drive in a 2008 Cadillac CTS and failed to yield, according to Missouri State Highway Patrol. Her Cadillac struck a 2012 Ford Focus, driven by 53-year-old Steven F. Barkhurst, head-on that was traveling southbound on Highway A.

Barkhurst, of Washington, was transported to Mercy Hospital St. Louis for minor injuries. He was wearing a seat belt.

Donnelly, of Washington, was transported to Mercy Hospital Washington for minor injuries. He was wearing a seat belt.

Both vehicles sustained extensive damages.

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.