Jennifer Carlson Injured In Quincy Car Accident on Broadway

Pedestrian Accident - November 1, 2025

Jennifer Carlson, 56, of Hannibal, Injured in Quincy Hit-and-Run Car Accident With Pickup Truck Along Broadway

Jennifer Carlson Injured In Quincy Car Accident on Broadway

QUINCY, ILLINOIS (October 31, 2025) – A woman identified as Jennifer Carlson was injured in a Quincy hit-and-run car accident along Broadway.

Quincy police officials are saying that the accident took place on Thursday morning, just outside of Blessing Hospital. Jennifer Carlson was walking when she was hit by a 2019 Honda Ridgeline pickup truck.

Paramedics were called to the scene of the accident to help the victim. Jennifer Carlson was transported to the emergency room and listed in critical condition.

The driver of the pickup truck has been cited for speeding and leaving the scene of a collision. A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.

Liability for Quincy Pedestrian Accidents

All drivers in Illinois must use caution to avoid colliding with any pedestrian in the roadway. According to Illinois Vehicle Code 625 ILCS 5/11-1002, “When traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation the driver of a vehicle shall stop and yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within a crosswalk when the pedestrian is upon the half of the roadway upon which the vehicle is traveling, or when the pedestrian is approaching so closely from the opposite half of the roadway as to be in danger.” Drivers take several actions to avoid colliding with pedestrians.

  • Drivers should check their blind spots before making any turn at an intersection.
  • Drivers should continuously scan the road ahead of them and slow down for potential hazards.
  • Drivers should abstain from alcohol and other intoxicating substances.

If a driver fails to slow down to avoid colliding with a pedestrian in the roadway, this may be construed as negligence. Depending on the facts of any case, there could be numerous liable parties for any pedestrian accident. This could include any business that owned or operated a pickup truck. Pick up trucks and vans are routinely used for commercial purposes. The purpose of any driver’s trip prior to an accident should be well understood.

Steps to Take After Quincy Pedestrian Accidents

Far too many pedestrians are killed or seriously injured in car accidents every year across Illinois and the United States. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, “Crashes involving pedestrians accounted for 1.5% of total crashes, 17.3% of fatal crashes and 6.8% of injury crashes.” Victims of pedestrian accidents should strongly consider taking certain actions.

  • Victims of pedestrian accidents should seek a thorough medical evaluation as early as possible.
  • Victims of pedestrian accidents should contact the police as soon as possible so that they can create an official report of the accident.
  • Victims of pedestrian accidents should carefully consider all of their legal options for an experienced pedestrian accident attorney.

Any person injured in a pedestrian accident may be able to seek some measure of accountability and justice through a personal injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering. An attorney can investigate the unique facts of your case and help determine how much compensation you may be entitled to.

Investigating Quincy Pedestrian Accidents

We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our best wishes to Jennifer Carlson as she continues to recover. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. It is our sincere hope that county officials will consider measures to help make this stretch of road safer.

Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Quincy pedestrian accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to support you in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here to serve your needs. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.