Eagle, NE – Teen Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on US-34

Eagle, NE (November 16, 2020) – A motor vehicle accident reported on Saturday claimed the life of a teen in the Eagle area. During the evening hours of November 14, the police and firefighters in Eagle were called to the scene of a crash on US Highway 34.

Reports from authorities show that at approximately 8:45 p.m., a 2011 Nissan Altima and a 2013 Dodge Charger were involved in a collision on US Highway 34 near the intersection with Nebraska Highway 63. The Nissan then continued forward and crashed into a telephone pole. The crash left both vehicles severely damaged while causing extensive delays in traffic throughout the area.

The driver of the Charger, 18-year-old Macy Persinger from Eagle, and her passenger, 18-year-old Hunter Tucker, from Ashland, were both treated at the scene and released.

A passenger in the Altima, identified as a 17-year-old female, was pinned inside the vehicle. Firefighters extricated the girl. She was transported via medical helicopter to Lincoln’s Bryan Medical Center where she succumbed to her injuries.

The driver of the Altima, a second 17-year-old female, was ejected from the vehicle. She sustained severe injuries and was rushed to Lincoln’s Bryan Medical Center for treatment. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the teen who lost her life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.

Fatal Car Accidents in Nebraska

Eagle, NE – Teen Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on US-34Being involved in an auto accident can have a detrimental impact on the lives of those involved. Unfortunately, families throughout our state are forced to endure the overwhelming consequences of these unimaginable and preventable accidents every day in our state. More than 215 people lose their lives in auto accidents across Nebraska each year. Sadly, over 13,000 more are left with injuries from these unimaginable collisions. Fatal accidents, in particular, are often devastating. These accidents leave families to deal with overwhelming mental, emotional, and financial consequences after losing their loved ones unexpectedly.

As if that were not enough, families are often required to spend tens of thousands of dollars on unexpected funeral costs and other financial burdens resulting from the loss of a loved one. Although there is no amount of compensation that can ever take away the pain and suffering families are forced to endure, having the resources available after a tragic accident can help families cover the financial burdens they face moving forward. When victims are killed in auto accidents, their families should contact a wrongful death attorney in Nebraska to see what legal options are available to them.

Nebraska car injury attorneys at Dyer Law PC have extensive experience helping families hold wrongdoers accountable for their actions. Although we understand the difficult decisions families face after these tragic incidents, we firmly believe they deserve to get justice and compensation after losing a loved one. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Nebraska at (402) 393-7529 to meet with our team at your earliest convenience to discuss legal options available for you.

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Disclaimer: As valued members of the Lincoln and Omaha communities, we at Dyer Law PC, have continuously strived to improve the quality of life and provide overall safety information for the people who live and work in Nebraska. We are always saddened to discover that a member of our community has been involved in one of the serious accidents which occur daily in Nebraska. We are hopeful that with a better understanding and awareness of these dangers, our fellow Nebraskans will take the necessary precautions to avoid these accidents. This post should not be viewed as a solicitation for business. The information provided should not be misconstrued as legal or medical advice. The pictures depicted in this post are not of the actual scene of the accident.