Fatalities as Two People Hit by Passing Vehicle While Fixing Flat Tire on Interstate 55 in Southern St. Louis
A car accident on Interstate 55 in south St. Louis resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left another injured. The incident took place in the northbound lanes near the entrance ramp from the 4500 block of Broadway St. just before midnight on Friday. Reports indicate that a woman driving a Kia, who had a flat tire, and a man assisting her with the tire change were outside their vehicle when a Dodge Ram entered onto the highway. The Dodge driver, unaware of their presence, struck both individuals and hit a guard rail before coming to a stop. Tragically, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and the man passed away from his injuries after being taken to the hospital. The driver of the Dodge sustained minor injuries and was cooperative with authorities as they investigate the incident. These details were compiled and reviewed by journalists at KTVI before being shared on our website.
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