Family of dead teen who was struck by deputy's car demands answers
Summary
A 16-year-old girl, Persephone Berger, died after being hit by a sheriff's deputy's car early Saturday in St. Francois County, Missouri. Her family is upset because they first heard it was a hit-and-run, but the sheriff’s office says the deputy stayed at the scene and reported the crash immediately. An independent investigation is underway.Key Facts
- Persephone Berger was found unresponsive lying in the road before being hit by the deputy's vehicle around 3:40 a.m. Saturday.
- Berger was pronounced dead at the scene.
- The autopsy showed injuries from the deputy’s vehicle and no prior injuries; toxicology results are pending.
- The family says they were first told it was a hit-and-run and were not contacted promptly by authorities.
- The sheriff’s office said the deputy never left the scene and immediately alerted supervisors.
- Authorities deny claims that the deputy was involved in a vehicle pursuit.
- The Missouri State Highway Patrol is leading an independent investigation.
- The deputy’s identity and current status have not been made public.
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