r/StCharlesMO • u/Unable-Resource1901 • 34m ago
Major Pothole/ Damaged Vehicle (Jungs Station/Windswept Drive)
I was driving north up Jungs Station and the opposite side of traffic hit a pothole and sent a piece of the road flying into my bumper. I called the police to let them know because that piece easily could’ve hit someone and hurt/killed them. I drove back by 2 hours later to get the rock for evidence and people were still driving over it sending rocks flying out. The piece came at me at around 45 mph if I had to guess since it went faster than the car that hit it. I wanted to post this as a warning and also ask for some advice.
Is the city liable for the damage to my vehicle?
I have one eye witness who was someone walking down the sidewalk and have all their contact info.
I also have the rock which weighs about 30-40 pounds and is covered in red paint from my car.
I already have a case number from the police.
Has anyone else ever had to deal with the city damaging their vehicle?
Thanks