Dustin Long dies in fatal Springfield pedestrian crash
Fatal Springfield pedestrian crash death of Dustin Long – Obituary
Dustin Long, 25, of Springfield, was killed early Thursday morning after being struck while crossing Interstate 44 near Kansas Expressway. The incident occurred just before 5 a.m., according to the Springfield Police Department, and the pedestrian succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities reported that westbound lanes of I-44 were closed for several hours, causing significant traffic delays, but all lanes reopened shortly before 10 a.m. Police have said the details surrounding the crash are under investigation and are urging anyone with information to contact the Springfield Police Department at 417-864-1810 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at 417-869-TIPS or online at p3tips.com.