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McKendree University Water Polo Coach Killed in St. Louis Semi-Truck Crash
St. Louis, MO (January 22, 2025) On Wednesday morning, 44-year-old Collen Lischwe was killed after a frightening traffic crash on Interstate 44.
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the fatal incident happened around 6 a.m. near Vandeventer Avenue.
Reports say that the crash involved a jackknifed semi-truck,
Authorities say that the fatal collision claimed the life of Lischwe, the head water polo coach for McKendree University in St. Clair County.
Officials say that the semi-truck rear-ended Lischwe’s car, a Toyota Prius, forcing it off the interstate and onto Vandeventer.
Police reported that the semi-truck driver admitted to looking down to grab a drink before noticing the car. Investigators are unsure if Lischwe’s car was stationary or moving when the crash occurred.
Lischwe was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to her injuries. Police conducted a blood draw on the semi-truck driver, but no further details have been released.
The crash temporarily blocked multiple lanes on Interstate 44, causing significant delays.
Sweet Lawyers extend their deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and colleagues of Collen Lischwe. May you find comfort and strength during this heartbreaking time.
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