St. Louis, MO – Woman Killed on I-70 While Trying to Help Disabled Driver

St. Louis, MO (April 4, 2026) – A woman was killed on Friday morning, April 3, after being struck while attempting to help a disabled driver on Interstate 70 near Union Boulevard.

According to investigators, the crash occurred just before 1 a.m. when a Ford Explorer traveling eastbound lost control in rainy conditions and became disabled in the roadway. An unidentified woman stopped to assist the driver.

While she was outside the vehicle, a Chevrolet Silverado traveling eastbound struck both the woman and the disabled SUV.

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Silverado, a 65-year-old man, sustained minor injuries.

Accident Reconstruction is leading the investigation as authorities work to determine the full circumstances of the crash.

We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the woman who lost her life.

What Should You Do If You Stop to Help at an Accident Scene in Missouri?

Stopping to help at an accident scene can be a compassionate decision, but safety should always come first. Before getting out of your vehicle, take a moment to assess the surroundings: traffic speed, lighting conditions, weather, and whether there’s a safe place to pull over. On highways especially, vehicles may be moving quickly and may not expect stopped traffic ahead.

If you choose to stop, try to park well off the roadway if possible and turn on your hazard lights to increase visibility. In many situations, calling 911 right away is the most important step. Emergency responders are trained to handle these scenes and can take over quickly upon arrival.

If you approach the scene, remain alert at all times. Stay as far from active traffic lanes as possible and avoid standing directly in the roadway. If available, position yourself behind guardrails or other barriers. Low visibility conditions, such as rain, darkness, or curves in the road, can make it harder for approaching drivers to see you.

Simple precautions like using a flashlight, wearing reflective clothing, or placing hazard markers can help, but they don’t eliminate the risk. Even well-lit vehicles with hazard lights can be difficult to see in time at highway speeds.

It’s also important to focus on what you can safely do. Offering reassurance, calling for help, and relaying information to dispatchers can be just as valuable as physical assistance. Trying to move vehicles or assist in dangerous areas may increase the risk of further injury.

Taking a few extra moments to think through safety can make a difference. While helping others is admirable, protecting yourself in the process is just as important.

If you have questions after a pedestrian collision, you can reach out to our team at Dunk Law Firm. We have experience reviewing accident cases across Missouri and helping people understand how claims and documentation may be handled. 

We can go over your case details and explain what options may be available. Call Dunk Law Firm at (414) 209-4398 to discuss your situation with our wrongful death lawyer.

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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