Excelsior Springs Man Indicted in Fatal Hit-and-Run North of Liberty
LIBERTY, MO — An Excelsior Springs man was indicted on Monday for his involvement in a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of a pedestrian from Wisconsin.
The collision occurred on Saturday, October 14, at approximately 2:41 p.m. on Highway 69 North near the intersection with Highway 291. Authorities reported that two vehicles were involved in the crash.
The victim, a 35-year-old male, was pronounced dead at the scene. Emergency responders, including the Missouri Highway Patrol and local paramedics, arrived shortly after the incident. No additional injuries among other parties were reported.
According to the authorities, the suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended. He has been charged with multiple offenses related to the hit-and-run. While his identity has not been officially released, the case is currently under investigation.
Towing services were dispatched to remove the vehicles, and several lanes of the highway were temporarily closed for the investigation. Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.