Multiple Motorcycle Crashes Leave Trail of Injuries and Fatalities in Springfield and Surrounding Areas

A motorcyclist died and two others were injured in a crash in Springfield, Missouri. The motorcyclist, identified as 27-year-old Wayne Szenes, was riding with a female passenger when an 18-year-old driver pulled out of a parking lot and collided with them. The female passenger suffered life-threatening injuries, while the driver of the car sustained moderate injuries. This marks the 23rd fatal car crash in Springfield in 2023. The crash was part of a busy day for the Springfield Police Department, with a total of 19 crashes reported within an 11-hour span. Authorities urge drivers to limit distractions and obey speed limits, especially in construction zones.