Sunday, December 15, 2024

McDonald County School District mourns loss of 14-year-old killed in car-ATV collision

A 14-year-old Noel Elementary student died today as a result of injuries sustained in a car-ATV collision 7:35 p.m. Thursday on MO 59 one mile north of Noel.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2007 Hyundai Entourage driven by a 69-year-old Noel man hit the rear end of 2024 Raytech CT200 ATV driven by the 14-year-old.

The teen was taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, following the accident, according to the report.







The McDonald County R-1 School District issued the following statement this evening:

Our McDonald County Schools family is grieving tonight as we share the heartbreaking news that a Noel Elementary student has passed away from injuries sustained in an ATV accident last week. 

Our hearts are with the student’s family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

Starting Monday, counselors will be on campus at Noel Elementary to support students, and we’ll continue to provide that care for as long as it’s needed. Please know that we are always here for our students and their well-being remains our top priority.

We ask our community to keep the family and everyone impacted by this tragedy in your thoughts. Thank you for standing with our students, staff, and school family during this difficult time.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

So sorry to hear about the loss of this young teen. Thoughts and Prayers for this teen and their family.

It doesn't say, but was wandering if this person was wearing a helmet. So many deadly accidents on ATV's where the Driver or Passenger is not wearing a helmet.

Anonymous said...

Parents, if your kids ride a Bike, ATV, Go-Cart, Motorcycle, Skateboard, Etc., be sure they wear a Helmet, such a small investment that may save their lives.

Just on Bikes Alone - An average of 247 traumatic brain injury deaths and 140,000 head injuries among children and adolescents younger than 20 years were related to bicycle crashes each year in the United States. As many as 184 deaths and 116,000 head injuries might have been prevented annually if these riders had worn helmets.

So, if you buy your kids a Bike or other mechanical or motorized item for Christmas or Birthday / Etc., - Invest in a Helmet and other protective gear and teach them safety and the rules for operating the device - Have a Great and Safe Christmas.

Anonymous said...

Who was the kid?

Anonymous said...

On the highway??

Anonymous said...

They have not released the Minor's Name yet in a Public Statement, but I am sure that the majority of residents and kids from his area and school are knowledgeable about it.

Anonymous said...

Another sad story - Not knowing if this child was wearing a helmet or not - but please as a parent give and teach your children to wear a helmet on any bike or other motorized vehicle it may save their life.

As a Motorcycle Rider - I always wear a Helmet. I understand the Freedom, Individuality, and Wind in the Face, but I also understand the consequences of not wearing a helmet.

Why do you think they call Motorcycle Drivers / Riders not wearing a Helmet - a derogatory nickname of "Donor Cycle / Organ Donor", used by emergency medical professionals or emergency workers (police and firefighters) and EMTs?

In Missouri, the number of motorcycle fatalities has increased by 47% since the state repealed its universal helmet law in 2020. This is the seventh-highest increase in the country. The number of motorcyclists killed while not wearing a helmet has increased by 570%.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) estimates that more than 22,000 lives could have been saved if every state still required all riders to wear helmets.

The IIHS says that helmet use cuts the risk of brain injuries by close to 70% and reduces the risk of death in a motorcycle accident by nearly 40%.

In 1967, Missouri enacted a universal helmet law which required every single person operating a motorcycle or riding as a passenger to wear a helmet when traveling on Missouri highways. However, on August 28, 2020, the more relaxed Missouri helmet law went into effect as outlined below.

Under Missouri RSMo. 302.020(2), all riders and passengers on motorcycles must wear helmets if they are under the age of 26 and have:
Valid health insurance.
Proof of financial responsibility.

So, enjoy your Bike or Motorized Vehicle, but just practice Safety and Wear a Helmet so you and your Passengers can have another enjoyable ride, and to all Drivers watch out for Bicyclist or Other Motorized Vehicles when you are out and about.