MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
TROOP C HEADQUARTERS
891 Technology Drive
Weldon Spring, MO 63304
NEWS RELEASE
For further information please contact:
Corporal Juston Wheetley
(636) 300-2800 ext. 3334
C2016-020
June 15, 2016
EMPHASIS:
Patrol Makes Arrest For Fatal Hit And Run That Occurred In Jefferson County
On June 14, 2016, at 6:50 p.m., the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested William L. McKinney, 25, for felony leaving the scene of a motor vehicle crash and tampering with evidence. McKinley’s arrest was the result of a fatal traffic crash that occurred April 24, 2016, on Missouri 30 east of Route BB in Jefferson County. The crash occurred as a 2013 Honda NPS50 scooter was traveling eastbound on Missouri 30 and was struck from behind resulting in the death of 44-year-old William L. Bentley. The investigation also resulted in the recovery of a white Chevrolet Trail Blazer driven by McKinley at the time of the crash.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol sought the assistance of the media and public in the search for this vehicle. The Patrol received tips and leads throughout the investigation and is thankful for the assistance that led investigators to the recovery of the vehicle and arrest of McKinley.
The charges for which McKinley has been arrested are mere accusations and are not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.
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