Minor killed in pedestrian crash on Sunset Drive in Fayetteville
A minor was killed in a pedestrian crash on Sunset Drive in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on August 30, 2025. Learn how wrongful death claims work in Arkansas and what families can do next. For legal assistance, call 501-838-4043.
ARKANSAS ACCIDENT NEWS
FAYETTEVILLE, ArkāMinor killed in Sunset Drive pedestrian crash
On August 30, 2025 at 2:47 p.m., Fayetteville Police responded to a fatal pedestrian crash on Sunset Drive in Washington County.
Investigators say a 2024 Chevy traveling south on Sunset Drive struck a pedestrian who had crossed the roadway.
Fatality: A minor, identity not released at this time.
No injuries were reported to the driver. The victim was transported to Washington Regional Medical Center, and the Washington County Coronerās Office took custody of the body.
Weather was cloudy, and the roadway was dry.
Note: Fatal crash summaries from Arkansas authorities are preliminary and may be updated as investigations continue.
Arkansas wrongful death law: Filing after a fatal crash
When a family loses a loved one in a motor vehicle accident, Arkansas law allows certain relatives or a personal representative to file a wrongful death claim under Ark. Code Ann. Ā§ 16-62-102. These claims must usually be filed within three years of the death. A related survival action under Ark. Code Ann. Ā§ 16-62-101 can seek compensation for medical expenses and pain and suffering the deceased experienced before death.
Pedestrian crashes and evidence preservation
Pedestrian fatalities often turn on visibility, speed, driver attentiveness, and roadway conditions. In this case, evidence such as witness statements, traffic camera footage, vehicle inspection results, and accident reconstruction may be crucial for accountability. Families should seek legal help quickly so key evidence is not lost.
Arkansas wrongful death attorneys serving Washington County
At Ludwig Law Firm, our wrongful death lawyers prepare every case as if itās going to trial. In fatal accident cases, we often coordinate with 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.
What families should do after a fatal pedestrian crash in Arkansas
Contact a wrongful death attorney immediately.
Preserve funeral and medical expense records.
Collect available photos, camera footage, or witness accounts.
Decline recorded insurance statements until advised by counsel.
Ask your attorney to obtain police reports and coroner findings.
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
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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.