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The St. Louis metro area, encompassing both St. Louis County and St. Louis City, consistently reports high numbers of motor vehicle accidents. With dense traffic, complex roadways, and a large commuter population, these two jurisdictions frequently report some of Missouri’s highest crash rates .
In 2022, St. Louis County recorded 97 traffic fatalities, and St. Louis City reported 79 traffic fatalities. In these two areas alone, over 14,000 people were injured from traffic crashes . Combined, the region accounts for a significant percentage of Missouri’s total MVA injuries and deaths . St. Louis has experienced high rates of traffic violence and crashes, with 2024 reporting the highest rates of fatal crashes in recent years .
High-risk roads include:
Contributing factors often include :
- High-speed collisions
- Distracted driving in city zones
- Pedestrian-involved incidents
What to do After an Accident in Missouri:
- Ensure safety of yourself and others. If possible, make a reasonable effort to move the vehicle to a safe location following Missouri’s Steer It and Clear It law
- Call 911 if needed for medical or police assistance
- Document the scene
- Exchange Information
- Get immediate treatment from your doctor or the ER
- Call us at 888-585-5970
Missouri Personal Injury Laws
- In Missouri motor vehicle accidents are primarily governed by statutes found in Chapters 303 and 304 of the Missouri Revised Statutes .
- The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Missouri is generally 5 years .
Contact Us:
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident in the St. Louis area, contact the Michael Brady Lynch Law Firm at 888-585-5970 to get the support and help you need.
Date: June 21, 2025
Attorney and Editor-in-Chief: Brandon Salter
Editor: Madison Hurley
Citations:
Trailnet’s 2022 St. Louis City and County Crash Report
https://trailnet.org/2022-crash-report/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Missouri Traffic Crashes 2022 Statistics from the Missouri State Highway Patrol
https://www.stlmag.com/news/pedestrians-deadliest-year-traffic-violence/
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/what-is-the-most-dangerous-intersection-in-st-louis-report-reveals/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://www.stlpr.org/show/st-louis-on-the-air/2024-04-16/trailnet-report-traffic-violence-st-louis-roadways-pedestrians-cyclists
https://www.modot.org/steer-it-clear-it-law