Missouri

Patrick Metz Killed in FedEx vs Amtrak Accident on Hereford Rd near Kansas City, MO

Published on: February 8, 2023

Date of Accident
February 7, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Patrick Metz
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hereford House - Zona Rosa, North Stoddard Avenue, Kansas City, MO, USA

What Happened

State Police are invetiaitng a crash that killed a driver at Hereford Rd near Kansas City, MO on February 7th, 2023. Police are saying it happened before 9:30 a.m. According to investigators, A FedEx truck is said to have missed a stop sign while attempting to travel across train tracks. As it did so, it crossed into the path of an eastbound Amtrak train, the two vehicles colliding in the process. The driver of the FedEx truck, identified as 34-year-old Patrick Metz, suffered fatal injuries in the collision. Police say no other injuries were reported and did not have additional information to share.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Missouri State Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
FedEx, Amtrak
Road/Highway
Hereford Rd
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

FedEx truck collided with an Amtrak train

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