Billings, MT (September 18, 2024) – The victims in the deadly crash that occurred in Billings on Broadwater and 24th Street last Friday have now been identified, according to local officers.
Michal Shane Rogers, 54, and Shirley Ann Rogers, 78, are the mother and son who were killed in this crash. They died of multiple blunt force injuries, Yellowstone County Deputy Coroner Valerie Juhl confirmed. Billings Police Department originally reported the incident after it took place at 24th Street and Broadwater at around 6:50 p.m. on Friday, September 13. The suspect fled the scene in a car, driving northbound on the sidewalk and then turning eastbound onto Broadwater before being apprehended.
Ricky Buckhanan, the suspect in this crash, is now in custody at the Yellowstone County Detention Center. Buckhanan has been charged with two counts of negligent homicide, four counts of felony criminal endangerment, and obstructing a peace officer about this crash at Broadwater and 24th Street. In the interim, the investigation surrounding the crash remains active.
We offer our sincere condolences to the family members of Shirley Ann Rogers and Michal Shane Rogers.
Fatal Car Accidents in Montana
Fault determination is one of the numerous challenges that arise in the aftermath of a multi-vehicle accident in Montana, as it is characterized by the pandemonium of multiple drivers and the potential for severe injuries. To determine the cause of these multi-vehicle collisions, which frequently occur as a consequence of a sequence of events initiated by one or more drivers, it is imperative to conduct a meticulous examination of the evidence surrounding the accident and adhere to Montana’s traffic laws.
Of course, car accidents occur in Montana’s rural and urban areas, as is the case nationwide. Nevertheless, rural areas account for roughly 75% of Montana’s fatal auto accidents, while urban areas or unreported locations account for the remainder. Unsurprisingly, intersections and highways are hotspots for serious auto accidents.
Thankfully, here at Holloway & Hulling, our exceptional capacity to advocate for your best interests is directly attributable to our comprehensive knowledge of personal injury laws and our extensive history of serving injured victims and their families with compassion at the worst times of their lives. Our experience is essential when you and your family negotiate with insurance companies, navigate the complexities of Montana’s negligence laws, or determine the fair value of your claim about medical expenses and lost wages.
Our team is committed to providing a legal strategy tailored to your specific requirements at every stage of your claim. If a car accident has occurred through no fault of your own and left you with injuries, please get in touch with our personal injury attorneys right away. Contact our Billings car accident lawyers immediately at (406) 880-7424 to learn more about how we can help you and your family today.
Notes: Our team collects data on accidents in Montana from multiple external sources such as news outlets, police records, social media, and direct accounts from witnesses. We have not independently verified the specifics of this particular incident. Should you encounter any discrepancies in our content, please contact Holloway & Hulling. We will make necessary corrections or remove the information promptly.
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