One injured and another dead in Wrightsville when car struck by train
A Wrightsville woman was killed and a Little Rock man injured when their Mercedes was struck by a train on Bennie Barnes Road in Pulaski County on August 31, 2025. Learn how wrongful death law works in Arkansas. Call 501-838-4043.
ARKANSAS ACCIDENT NEWS
WRIGHTSVILLE, ArkâWoman killed, passenger injured when car struck by train
On August 31, 2025 at 4:53 p.m., the Pulaski County Sheriffâs Office and Arkansas State Police responded to a fatal collision at the railroad tracks near Bennie Barnes Road and Gannaway Road in Wrightsville, Pulaski County.
Investigators report that a 2025 Mercedes Benz traveling east on Bennie Barnes Road crossed into a railroad track and entered the path of an oncoming train. The train struck the vehicle.
Fatality: Alexis Dominique Works, 34, of Wrightsville, driver of the Mercedes Benz.
Injured: Eric Lashun Winston, 56, of Little Rock, passenger in the vehicle, transported to UAMS.
The victimâs body was held at the Pulaski County Coronerâs Office. Weather was clear, and the roadway was dry.
Note: Crash reports released by Arkansas law enforcement are preliminary and may be updated as investigations continue.
Arkansas wrongful death law after a fatal crash
Under Ark. Code Ann. § 16-62-102, wrongful death claims may be brought by a personal representative or statutory beneficiaries. These claims can recover damages for funeral expenses, lost financial support, and the loss of companionship. Families usually have three years from the date of death to file.
A companion survival action under Ark. Code Ann. § 16-62-101 may allow the estate to recover medical bills and conscious pain and suffering experienced before death.
Why train crash cases require unique investigations
Crashes involving trains often require analysis of warning signals, sight lines, crossing design, train speed, and driver actions. Attorneys review railroad safety records, event data recorders, and signal system maintenance logs to determine whether negligence played a role. These cases are complex, and quick legal action helps preserve evidence.
Arkansas wrongful death attorneys serving Pulaski County
At Ludwig Law Firm, our wrongful death lawyers prepare every case as if itâs 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 Arkansas crash
Contact a wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.
Keep funeral and medical expense records.
Preserve police reports, coroner records, and witness accounts.
Avoid giving recorded statements without counsel present.
Ask your lawyer to secure railroad and vehicle evidence.
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.
