WASHINGTON COUNTY, MO – Two people were hospitalized after an ATV collided with a tree in Washington County this afternoon, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The collision occurred about halfway between Peoria and Caledonia on Route BB, near Pierce Road, at 4:10 p.m.
60-year-old Park Hills man James E. Pope was operating a 2021 Yamaha XTR ATV when he ran off the right side of the highway, then crashed into a tree.
His passenger, 55-year-old Vicki L. Pope, also of Park Hills, sustained serious injuries in the crash, and was taken to Mercy Hospital South for treatment.
James Pope was taken to Washington County Memorial Hospital with moderate injuries.
Both victims were wearing a safety device at the time of the crash.
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 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 for more stringent ATV safety laws 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 personal injury attorneys.
