Benton Co., MO – Vehicle Strikes and Kills Pedestrian on Route BB
Benton County, MO (February 21, 2026) – A late-night accident in Benton County claimed the life of a 28-year-old man on Friday, February 20. The Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to the scene on Route BB, just east of Fir Drive, following reports of a collision involving a pedestrian.
According to the crash report, a 2011 Ford Fusion driven by a 22-year-old male was traveling along Route BB when it struck the 28-year-old pedestrian in the roadway. The victim sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at 11:41 p.m.
No further information has been released regarding the identity of the deceased.
The local police department is continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash.
Our hearts go out to the loved ones of the person who lost their life.
What Can I Do If a Family Member is Killed in a Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Benton County?
After a family member is killed in a pedestrian accident, your main priorities should be gathering the official facts of the accident, managing the sudden bills, and reaching out to a legal professional who can handle the claims and the difficult paperwork for you.
The first thing you need is a copy of the report filed by the Missouri State Highway Patrol. This document is the foundation for everything that follows. It contains the officer's findings, witness names, and diagrams of the scene. Having this in your hands ensures you have the same information as the insurance companies and helps clear up any confusion about the timeline of the accident.
From the moment the accident happens, bills and documents will start to arrive. It is helpful to keep everything in one place: hospital records, ambulance bills, and funeral receipts.
While it is hard to think about these things right now, having an organized file makes it much easier to seek help with these costs later on. You don’t have to solve everything today, but keeping the paperwork together is a great first step.
You will likely be contacted by an insurance adjuster representing the driver. It’s important to remember that you are not required to give a recorded statement or sign any documents immediately. It is perfectly okay to tell them that you aren't ready to talk yet or that you’ll have your representative call them back instead.
Navigating the aftermath of a fatal accident is a massive burden to carry alone while grieving. Contacting a lawyer can take the weight off your shoulders.
A lawyer can act as your voice, dealing with the insurance adjusters, digging deeper into the evidence, and making sure your family is treated with respect. They can handle the "heavy lifting" of the investigation so you can focus on being with your family and honoring your loved one.
At Dunk Law Firm, we know how difficult these first steps can be, and our goal is to make sure you have the information you need. We can help you navigate this process and find the right path forward for your family.
For additional information or to discuss your situation with our wrongful death lawyers, contact us at 414-209-4398.
Note: This post is based on information obtained from publicly available secondary sources. We have not independently verified all details of the incident. If you notice any inaccuracies or missing information, please contact Dunk Law Firm so we can promptly review and correct the content for accuracy and reliability.
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