News: Arkansas fire chief dies after being struck by vehicle at crash scene

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SEDGWICK, AR – Authorities are investigating a crash last week that killed a fire chief in Lawrence County, according to KAIT8.

The victim was 61-year-old Wesley E. Adams of Walnut Ridge, the Sedgwick Fire Department Chief. Authorities said he was directing traffic at the scene of a previous crash on U.S. Highway 63 on Dec. 6 when he was struck by a Toyota Corolla at 6:18 p.m.   The Corolla then hit a Ford CL 9000 truck.

Adams was pronounced dead the following day after being rushed to St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro. A 78-year-old woman who was in the Ford was injured in the collision.

Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson ordered all state and federal flags flown at half-staff in Adams’ honor.

If you or a loved one have been the victim of a pedestrian accident in Arkansas, contact the Pfeifer Law Firm right away to discuss your case with our dedicated Arkansas pedestrian accident attorney. We will fight diligently for the compensation you are entitled to after a collision caused by a negligent driver. Contact our offices today at 501-374-4440 for a free consultation where we can discuss your case in detail.

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