St. Louis, MO (October 18, 2024) – A traffic accident occurred on Westbound Highway 30 at Scottsdale Road on Thursday morning, resulting in injuries and the response of local emergency services. At approximately 11:35 a.m., authorities were alerted to a collision involving two vehicles.
Preliminary investigations revealed that a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by 61-year-old Ricky L. Barker from Cedar Hill, MO, was turning onto Highway 30 from Rivermont Trail when it was struck by a westbound 2019 Volkswagen Passat, operated by 22-year-old Muris Djedovic, also from Cedar Hill, MO. The impact caused moderate damage to both vehicles, necessitating their towing by Northwest Towing.
Ricky L. Barker sustained moderate injuries in the accident and was transported by Big River Fire/EMS to Mercy Hospital South for medical treatment. Fortunately, both drivers were wearing their safety devices at the time of the collision.
The St. Louis police department is currently conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, which temporarily blocked traffic in the area as first responders worked to clear the scene and assist those involved.
Our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by this injury accident.
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