The crash took place on September 28th, 2024, at 1:40 PM on U.S. Route 63 near Excello, Missouri. Kristopher Kidd was driving a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder southbound with two juvenile passengers, aged 6 years old and 8 years old. 55-year-old Kimberly Gittemeier was headed westbound in a 2024 GMC Acadia. As Kristopher Kidd in the Nissan Pathfinder crossed the intersection, Kimberly Gittemeier in the GMC Acadia failed to stop at a stop sign, causing the crash as the GMC struck the Nissan in the passenger side. Both drivers, as well as the two juvenile occupants, were seriously injured and taken to University Hospital. All occupants were wearing safety devices at the time of the accident. Both vehicles were extensively damaged, and the Nissan Pathfinder was towed via Prather’s Towing while the GMC Acadia was towed via Still Towing.
It only takes a momentary lapse of judgement or focus for tragedy to occur on the road. It’s impossible to completely guarantee the safety of drivers and passengers due to the unpredictability of other vehicles, even when risks are mitigated with safety devices. Serious injuries resulting from a car crash often result in long treatment plans, high medical bills, and the potential for permanent specialized care. The AW Smith Law Firm’s seasoned team has decades of experience helping injured victims of motor vehicles crashes. By fighting to make sure you receive the best possible settlement, our personal injury attorneys can help ease some of the pressures surrounding recuperation. If you or a loved one has been injured in a crash like this, do not hesitate to reach out. The AW Smith Law Firm is here to assist you.
