Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 70 Kills 63-Year-Old Man [Warren County, MO]

Bicyclist Killed After Being Hit by Semitruck on I-70 Near Foristell

Warren County, MO (December 24, 2025) — A 63-year-old Warrenton man died Monday evening after a frightening pedestrian Accident on Interstate 70.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 4:45 p.m. on eastbound I-70 near mile marker 203, close to Foristell.

Reports say that a tractor-trailer struck the victim while he was riding an electric bicycle on Interstate 70 in Warren County, Missouri.

Investigators said the bicyclist was traveling along the left shoulder before attempting to cross both eastbound lanes. As he entered traffic, a semitruck traveling in the right lane struck him.

After the impact, the tractor-trailer left the roadway and hit a speed limit sign. The bicyclist suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities noted that he was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

The collision caused major traffic delays, with both eastbound lanes of I-70 closed for several hours while crews investigated and cleared the scene.

Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the bicyclist who lost his life in this tragic crash. Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.

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