Beverly A. Whitkanack, 78, dead, Carrie Lee Collier, 39, and two children injured in two-vehicle collision on U.S. Route 150 near Paris, Illinois
One person dead following accident in Edgar County
It happened just before 2 p.m. at U.S. Route 150 westbound, just west of Edgar County Road 2100 E, near Paris.
Based on preliminary information, Illinois State Police say vehicle one was traveling westbound on U.S. Route 150 near Edgar County Road 2100 E. Vehicle two was traveling eastbound at the same location.
Officials say vehicle one traveled into the eastbound lane for an unknown reason, striking the front of the other vehicle head-on.
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Police said 39-year-old Carrie Lee Collier, of Paris, was westbound on Route 150 when her 2013 Chrysler passenger car apparently crossed into the eastbound lane for an unknown reason, striking the front of 2009 Chrysler minivan driven by Beverly A. Whitkanack, 78, of Paris.
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Collier is charged with improper lane usage and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.
What you need to know after a serious Paris car accident
When someone has been seriously injured in a car crash in Paris, they are faced with unexpected medical costs and lost income. In the weeks and months following a car accident, injured people and their families can be overwhelmed as they struggle to manage day-to-day living.
After a serious or fatal car collision, it is crucial to quickly get the information needed to make good decisions. Getting appropriate medical treatment is just one aspect of healing. Finding help in handling the insurance claim that will begin financial recovery is another.
If the injuries are serious or if you have questions about what you should do, it is best to contact an experienced Paris car accident attorney for a free, no-obligation consultation. Serious injury accident claims are difficult to handle without the assistance of a lawyer who understands the process and can obtain the highest possible settlement. Learn more about Paris car accident claims here.
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