The crash occurred on July 18th, 2024 at 8:05 PM in a residential area on Elston Road in Jefferson City, Missouri. 26-year-old Austin J. Kleindienst was travelling westbound in a 2001 Ford Ranger. Meanwhile, 87-year-old Emmit F. Coots Jr. was traveling eastbound in a 2017 Chevrolet 1500 and attempted to make a left turn into a driveway. The Ford Ranger then struck the front of the Chevrolet 1500, resulting in the crash. Austin J. Kleindienst sustained serious injuries and was transported by MU Air to University Hospital. Emmit F. Coots Jr. sustained minor injuries and was transported via ambulance to Capital Region Medical Center. Neither driver was wearing a safety device at the time of the accident. Both vehicles were totaled; the 2001 Ford Ranger was then towed by Harrison’s Towing while the 2017 Chevrolet 1500 was towed by Toebben’s Towing.
Highways are often associated with dangerous auto incidents. However, serious crashes frequently occur in residential areas, where drivers may not have a relatively consistent high level of awareness due to their frequent use of these roads. Regardless of the location of a major incident, the result can be severe property damage, high medical bills, and long recovery times. When you find yourself in this type of situation, you should be able to focus on recuperating financially, physically, and emotionally. At AW Smith Law, we are prepared to handle the complicated elements of these situations. If you or a loved one has been involved in a crash such as this, do not hesitate to reach out to the AW Smith Law Firm. Our dedicated team is available to offer their specialized experience to your unique situation.
