Defiance woman killed when 22 year old crosses centerline

Posted on January 27, 2009 by Aaron Farmer

A Defiance woman was killed in a two vehicle accident on route double-D in St. Charles County, last Monday.

The Missouri Highway Patrol reports 55 year old Diane Fulkerson was killed in the accident. Traffic crash reports indicate a pickup truck being driven by 22 year old Steven Hicks of O’Fallon was traveling east on route double-D when the truck veered across the centerline and collided with Fulkerson’s westbound car. Hicks sustained minor injuries along with a passenger in Fulkerson’s vehicle, 33 year old Peter Adams of Wentzville.

Drivers who lose control of their vehicles are legally responsible for the results of their reckless driving. When a loved one passes away as the result of someone else’s negligence, there is usually a claim for wrongful death. If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence you should contact a qualified personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.
 

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Fatal High Speed Thanksgiving Car Accident on 270

Posted on November 30, 2008 by Aaron Farmer

At 8 p.m. this Thanksgiving, Eliaser B. Morales, of Hazelwood passed away after losing control of his vehicle. The Missouri Highway Patrol reported that Morales was heading westbound on Interstate 270 west of Highway 367 in his white 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse when he went off the right side of the highway, hit an embankment, and spun around. Witnesses stated Morales was traveling in excess of 100 miles per hour when he swerved to the right to pass another vehicle. Immediately losing control, the Mitsubishi headed straight toward the embankment cutting in front of other cars before ultimately leaving the roadway. 

Morales, who was not wearing a seatbelt was found face down in the back seat with his rear end sticking up. Witnesses on the scene before emergency personnel arrived stated that Morales did not respond to questioning, and did not move. St. Louis County Medical Examiner Joseph Lebb pronounced Mr. Morales dead at 10:12 p.m.

 

Excessive speed has become a major problem in the St. Louis Metro area. This fatal accident is yet another example of why a stronger law enforcement presence on our roads is necessary. Thankfully, this speeder only took his own life with his poor decision. How many high speed traffic deaths do we need before more cops are sitting on the shoulders of our roads to protect us? Click here for more information about car accidents or Aaron A. Farmer.
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