Blog Posts in December, 2016

Suspect in Police Chase was DWI

New details have emerged about the serious car accident that hurt a father and his infant child after a car chase through the city of St. Joseph. Police made an arrest after the police pursuit came to an end in a car crash, and the suspect is now being charged for felony drunk driving. This new information showcases the dangers that drunk drivers have on law-abiding travelers. Police Chase Through ...

Police Chase Crashes into Father and Infant

A recent police chase in St. Joseph ended with a car accident that seriously hurt two others in another vehicle – a father and his infant child. The incident showcases, once again, the significant dangers that innocent bystanders face in a police chase. Driver Flees Traffic Stop, Police Initiate Chase The incident happened yesterday night, on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. At about 10pm, Kansas ...

Car Accident Likely Caused by Road Rage

Kansas City police investigating a car accident outside of the city found that the driver and passenger in one of the vehicles involved had been killed by gunfire. While investigations are still ongoing, road rage might be the culprit. Car Accident in Kansas City Caused by Gunfire The incident happened early in the morning on Saturday, December 24, 2016. At three in the morning, an SUV was ...

Driver Flees Car Accident in St. Joseph

A single-vehicle car accident just south of downtown St. Joseph early this morning turned into a criminal investigation when the driver of the only car involved fled the scene. The situation shows how important it is to stay on the scene of a car accident. Car Crashes Into Utility Pole and House The incident happened early in the morning of Friday, December 23, 2016, in St. Joseph, Missouri. The ...

How to Prepare Your Car for Winter Weather

The recent bout that we had with winter weather around St. Joseph showcases the need for drivers to prepare for bad road conditions. When you don’t make yourself or your car ready for ice and snow, it can drastically increase the likelihood that you get involved in a serious car accident . Winter Storm Slams Missouri: Numerous Car Accidents The winter storm that ravaged most of the United States ...

Winter Weather Driving to Avoid a Car Accident

As we dig deeper into December, the importance of winter weather driving safety increases. The recent wintry blast – which affected travel and caused car accidents across the country – showcases the need to be able to avoid losing control of your car in bad road conditions. Winter Weather Causes Car Accidents Across the Country Late last week and into the weekend, winter weather hit across the ...

Rollover Car Accident Kills One

A young man from St. Joseph was killed in a single-vehicle car accident after his vehicle left the road and rolled over. The crash showcases how serious rollover accidents can be. Car Accident Kills St. Joseph Man The crash happened at about 1:30 in the morning on Saturday, December 10, 2016. The 25-year-old driver, whose name was not released, was driving northbound through Platte County on Route ...

Fundraiser Benefits Victims of Fatal Car Accident

The victims and their family in a fatal car accident outside St. Joseph are collecting donations to help their recovery . The need to collect money from others, however, showcases the frequent need for a personal injury attorney after a serious car crash. Fatal Car Accident Outside St. Joseph As we covered in our blog earlier, freezing fog caused a fatal car accident just outside of St. Joseph on ...

Winter Weather Increases Chance of Car Accidents

With the holidays coming up, we are now in the early days of the winter season. While students of all ages look forward to the opportunity of snow days and many adults enjoy the season, winter is, unfortunately, a dangerous time to drive. As any experienced driver knows, cold weather turns any precipitation into a road hazard that can lead to car accidents and serious personal injuries . Already, ...

One Hurt in Single-Vehicle Car Accident in St. Joseph

A single-vehicle car accident in St. Joseph has sent a young man to the hospital with serious injuries. While police are still investigating, road construction or dangerous road conditions in the area might have been a factor. Car Accident in St. Joseph Hurts One The crash happened shortly after midnight of Tuesday, December 6, 2016. 22-year-old Ozzie Rodriguez, a St. Joseph resident, was driving ...

Drowsy Driving Increases Risk of Car Accidents

Every year in the United States, accidental injuries are the leading cause of death for people under the age of 44. One of the most common sources for these unintentional injuries is a car accident . According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), nearly 34,000 people die in the U.S. every year in car accidents . Now, AAA is saying that drivers who miss out on a good night’s sleep ...

Freezing Fog Causes Fatal Car Accident Near St. Joseph

A serious car accident just west of St. Joseph proved to be a deadly one when a car, driven by a teenager, lost control in slick conditions and hit a semi-truck . Several others were injured in the car crash, as well. Fatal Car Accident Just Outside St. Joseph The incident happened early in the morning on Monday, December 5, 2016. 17-year-old Cierra Waitt, of Wathena, Kansas, was driving a 2003 ...

Car Accident Fatalities on the Rise Across the Nation

The United States is a huge country, with cities spread out and miles of open land between them. This is especially true of the Midwest, Missouri, and the area around St. Joseph. The huge amount of land area in the States makes driving a large part of who we are, as Americans. However, living in a driving-centric culture comes with both pros and cons. One of the cons is a high number of car ...