Wilmington, Delaware – The widow of a state trooper who was killed in a tragic crash on I-95 has filed a lawsuit against the driver responsible for the accident. The lawsuit comes as a result of the death of Cpl. Stephen J. Ballard, who was fatally struck by a driver while responding to a suspicious vehicle report in 2017.
The lawsuit targets the driver involved in the crash, who is currently serving a sentence for manslaughter. The widow, Louise Cummings, is seeking damages for the loss of her husband and the impact it has had on her and her family. The lawsuit also aims to hold the driver accountable for the negligence that led to the trooper’s death.
The tragic incident occurred during a routine patrol on I-95, where Cpl. Ballard had pulled over to investigate a suspicious vehicle. As he approached the vehicle, the driver suddenly accelerated and struck him, causing fatal injuries. The driver then fled the scene but was later apprehended and charged with manslaughter.
In addition to seeking damages for the loss of her husband, Cummings hopes that the lawsuit will bring attention to the dangers that law enforcement officers face on a daily basis. The lawsuit also aims to highlight the importance of holding reckless drivers accountable for their actions, especially when they result in the loss of a life.
The lawsuit serves as a reminder of the risks that law enforcement officers face while carrying out their duties, and the devastating impact that reckless driving can have. It also sheds light on the ongoing efforts to seek justice for the families of those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. As the legal proceedings move forward, the widow and her legal team hope to achieve both accountability and closure for the tragic loss of Cpl. Stephen J. Ballard.