Holiday Island woman killed in Eureka Springs pedestrian crash
Penny Many Bowling was killed in a pedestrian crash on Highway 187 near Eureka Springs on August 23, 2025. Learn how wrongful death claims work in Arkansas and what steps families should take. Call 501-838-4043.
ARKANSAS ACCIDENT NEWS
Head-on crash on Highway 28 kills two men in Waldron, AR
In the early morning hours of Saturday, August 23, 2025, Arkansas State Police responded to a fatal pedestrian crash on Highway 187 near Nightingale Road, north of Eureka Springs in Carroll County.
Troopers arrived around 2:45 a.m. and discovered that a pedestrian had been struck and killed by a vehicle.
Fatality: Penny May Bowling, 61, of Holiday Island.
The vehicle involved is described as a newer model white Chevrolet pickup. As of now, ASP continues to seek the publicâs assistance in locating the vehicle and urges anyone with information to call (479) 751-6663.
Note: Arkansas State Police crash reports are preliminary and may change as investigations continue.
Arkansas wrongful death law: Rights of surviving families
When a loved one is killed in a pedestrian crash, Arkansasâs wrongful death statute, Ark. Code Ann. § 16-62-102, allows a personal representative or statutory beneficiaries to pursue compensation for funeral costs, lost financial support, and loss of companionship. Most wrongful death claims in Arkansas must be filed within three years of the date of death.
A related survival action under Ark. Code Ann. § 16-62-101 may also allow the estate to recover damages such as medical bills or conscious pain and suffering prior to death.
Why prompt investigation matters in pedestrian crashes
Pedestrian fatalities often require extensive investigation to determine whether driver negligence, intoxication, or failure to yield played a role. Critical evidence includes vehicle identification, witness accounts, road conditions, surveillance footage, and crash reconstruction reports. Since the vehicle involved in this crash fled the scene, timely public cooperation and preservation of camera footage may be vital.
Arkansas wrongful death attorneys serving Carroll County
At Ludwig Law Firm, we prepare every case as though it will go to trial. When families face devastating loss, we work to hold negligent drivers accountable and to secure the compensation families deserve. In complex matters, we also coordinate with experienced trial partners such as Harry Warden of Warden Law Firm, a Super Lawyers Rising Star, when a case needs added trial strength. Together, we provide Arkansas families with both compassionate representation and aggressive courtroom advocacy.
Little Rock wrongful death attorneys with statewide reach
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What families should do after a fatal pedestrian crash in Arkansas
Contact an attorney quickly to preserve legal rights and evidence.
Keep funeral and related expense documentation.
Provide investigators with any witness or camera footage.
Avoid direct communication with insurers until you have legal counsel.
Ask your lawyer to track the ongoing State Police investigation.
Our Wrongful Death Lawyers Can Help
If your family has suffered a wrongful death in Arkansas, call 501-838-4043 or visit ludwiglawfirm.com. We fight for full accountability after tragic accidents.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this blog is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. Reading this blog or interacting with Ludwig Law Firm through this content does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every legal case is different, and you should not act or rely on any information in this blog without first consulting with a licensed attorney about your specific situation. For legal guidance tailored to your needs, please contact Ludwig Law Firm directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who can bring a wrongful death claim in Arkansas?
A. Usually the personal representative or statutory beneficiaries named by law.
Q. How long do families have to file?
A. Three years from the date of death, unless an exception applies.
Q. Does a survival action differ from wrongful death?
A. Yes. A survival action belongs to the estate and recovers damages the deceased could have claimed if they had survived.
