Jennifer Saylor Bryant Obituary News: Hillcrest High School Teacher Killed in Tragic Accident on Highway 65 and I-44
Victim identified dead on Highway 65 and I-44
According to an online obituary, it was said that Jennifer Saylor Bryant dead as a result of injury sustained during the tragic accident.
Bashir Mohamed, 32, was driving a semi-trailer truck when it crossed the center median and collided with Jennifer Bryant, 45, who died as a result.
In 2024, this was the first deadly traffic accident in Springfield.
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Springfield police responded to a multi-vehicle collision on I-44 near the Glenstone exit at 3:22 p.m. on January 5, 2024.
On I-44 heading west, Bashir Mohamed, 32, of Minneapolis, was operating a white semi-trailer truck. Mohamed over the guard rail and cable barrier and exited the road into the median immediately west of US65. Mohamed collided with a 2006 Freightliner and a 2022 Toyota Sienna being driven by Springfield resident Jennifer Bryant, 45.
Bryant passed away right away. The family of Bryant has been informed.
Mohamed’s injuries were not life-threatening, so he and his passenger were taken to the hospital. Minor injuries were sustained by the Freightliner’s driver.
The inquiry into the crash’s circumstances is currently ongoing.
In addition to being a long-time science teacher at Hillcrest High School, Jennifer is married and has four kids.
Bull Nation, we know this family would really appreciate your support if there is any way you can assist them.
Our condolences and prayer are with the family.