Missouri Accident Lawyer Blog

A drunk driving car accident in Missouri resulted in numours injuries. A three-car collision on U.S. 63 has resulted in Jason C. Shoot, 35, of Ashland, Missouri being arrested on suspicion of five counts of second-degree felony assault, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving resulting in an accident and not wearing a seat belt. According to reports, Shoot ran his 2004 Lexus off the right side of the road while traveling southbound on U.S. 63. Shoot’s Lexus then struck a parked 2000 Ford, owned by Joseph Vernon, 17, who was standing near his vehicle when the crash occurred. The crash caused Vernon to be trapped underneath his own vehicle. Shoot’s car then spun out onto the highway where it was struck by a 2006 Ford, driven by Charles M. Phillips, 53.

Joseph Vernon is a resident of Jefferson City, while Mr. Phillips resides in Holts Summit. There were three other passengers in Mr. Phillip’s vehicle, including Faith Phillips, 55, Ralph Kidd, 38 and Eleanora Bailey, 88. Joseph Vernon, the pedestrian, was taken to University Hospital where he was treated for minor injuries. Charles Phillips, Faith Phillips, Ralph Kidd and Eleanora Bailey were all transported by ambulance to University Hospital and treated for minor injuries as well. Jason Shoot refused medical attention at the scene of the accident, and it was noted that all parties were wearing safety devices except Mr. Shoot. Shoot’s bond was set at $22,500. Further details of the accident are pending a full investigation.

Throughout the nation, about one-third of all fatal traffic accidents involve a drunk driver. Statistically, a drunk-driving accident claims the life of one motorist every 45 minutes. In Missouri alone, drunk-driving accidents account for approximately 40 percent of all traffic fatalities. Frequently, a Missouri personal injury lawyer is called upon to assist victims who are doing their best to deal with the tragic aftermath of a driver who got behind the wheel after having too much to drink.