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Missouri Teen Struck and Killed by Deputy's Vehicle
6 Oct
Summary
- A 16-year-old student died after being struck by a deputy's vehicle.
- The incident occurred early Saturday morning on Davis Crossing Road.
- An independent crash investigation has been requested by authorities.
A 16-year-old student, identified as Persephone Berger, lost her life on Saturday, October 3rd, after being struck by a St. Francois County Sheriff's Office deputy's vehicle. The incident occurred on Davis Crossing Road when the deputy responded to a report of an unresponsive individual in the roadway.
Authorities stated the deputy did not see Berger before the collision. An autopsy performed on October 5th indicated that Berger's injuries were consistent with those sustained from the vehicle. Toxicology results and the final autopsy report are pending.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol has been requested to conduct an independent investigation into the crash. A vigil was held at West County High School on October 5th, attended by hundreds of mourners. The school district expressed their condolences to Berger's family and the community.
