BLOOMINGTON—Authorities said in a press release that Scott W. Smith, 49, from Bloomington, died Saturday morning after a two-vehicle crash at Market Street and Wylie Drive. The incident occurred shortly after 8 a.m. on the west side of the city.
Emergency responders from Bloomington fire and police performed life-saving measures at the scene before transporting Smith to Carle BroMenn Medical Center. However, he was pronounced deceased at 8:46 a.m.
The McLean County Coroner’s Office confirmed that Smith died from multiple blunt injuries.
The other driver was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Bloomington Police, the McLean County Accident Reconstruction Team, and the coroner’s office are investigating the incident.
Scott Smith tragically killed in Bloomington 2-vehicle crash
March 10, 2025
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CRASH INVESTIGATION
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System, there were 33,654 fatal motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2018 in which 36,560 deaths occurred. This resulted in 11.2 deaths per 100,000 people and 1.13 deaths per 100 million miles traveled.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must thoroughly be examined,” said Candice Bond, a Managing Partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of Scott Smith may be entitled to a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal.
“We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.”
Accident Injury News' national legal analyst Candice Bond is experienced in fatal pedestrian accidents, and if you or a family member need help, she is available for a free consultation to guide you.
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