QUINCY, Ill.— Authorities are investigating a fatal accident on Interstate 172 that killed one man and injured another on April 9.
The Illinois State Police reported the accident occurred at 9:16 a.m. near milepost 12, past the 36th Street exit at IL-96. The crash involved a passenger car and a vehicle carrying a permitted oversized load.
Officials identified Andrew Uzdavines, a man from Quincy, as the driver who died in the accident. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene.
Another individual sustained injuries and was taken to an area hospital for treatment, according to investigators.
The Illinois State Police and Adams County Sheriff’s Office are continuing their investigation into the accident.
Andrew Uzdavines tragically killed in Quincy traffic accident
April 14, 2025
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CRASH INVESTIGATION
In 2018, the U.S. Department of Transportation Fatality Analysis Reporting System recorded 33,654 fatal motor vehicle crashes in the United States, resulting in 36,560 deaths.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all potential contributing factors that are considered and examined,” stated Candice Bond, an experienced attorney and Managing Partner at Bond Legal.
“Sometimes, an accident reconstruction team is required to piece together what happened. All these resources are essential in helping clients receive financial compensation for damages or a loss after an accident,” added Bond.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of Andrew Uzdavines could pursue a wrongful death claim. Relatives of wrongful death victims are entitled to seek damages for the loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Bond.
“We understand the hardships that families face, and it’s crucial to protect their rights. A wrongful death lawyer will keep abreast of the official investigation and ensure that their legal rights and best interests are safeguarded.”
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