Chevrolet Blazer collides with westbound Volkswagen near Lakeview Catfish Restaurant
December 12, 2025 | Moss Point, MS
Authorities responded to a deadly multi-vehicle accident on Highway 90 that resulted in the loss of a local resident's life.
Kenneth Light, 68, of Pascagoula, died after a two-vehicle crash on Highway 90 near Lakeview Catfish Restaurant in Moss Point.
What Happened in the Crash?
Troopers from the Mississippi Highway Patrol arrived at the scene shortly before 2 p.m. on Dec. 12. A Volkswagen Arteon, heading westbound near the Lakeview Catfish Restaurant on the east side of Moss Point, struck a Chevrolet Blazer attempting a left turn from Highway 90 East.
- Victim: Kenneth Light, 68, of Pascagoula, driving the Chevrolet Blazer
- Outcome: Light was pronounced deceased at the scene
- Other Driver: A 42-year-old man from Mobile operating the Volkswagen Arteon, and no injuries reported
- Location: Highway 90, Moss Point, Jackson County
- Time: Approximately 1:55 p.m.
- Status: Investigation ongoing by the Mississippi Highway Patrol
The incident underscores the dangers of intersection maneuvers on busy highways.
Why Do These Accidents Happen?
Factors such as road conditions, visibility, and driver actions often play a role in collisions like this one. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motor vehicle crashes remain a leading cause of fatalities nationwide.
Year |
Fatal Crashes |
Total Deaths |
Deaths per 100,000 People |
Deaths per 100 Million Miles Traveled |
|---|
2018 |
33,654 |
36,560 |
11.2 |
1.13 |
Data sourced from NHTSA Crash Stats Report (link: NHTSA Publication).
Intersections account for a significant portion of these incidents, with left-turn crashes being particularly hazardous due to crossing traffic paths.
Legal Insights
Newsline's national legal analysts provide perspective on crashes involving multiple vehicles.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must thoroughly be examined,” said Candice Bond, managing partner with Bond Legal. “In cases such as this, an accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision.”
- Key Takeaway: Thorough investigations can uncover hidden factors contributing to accidents.
- Key Takeaway: Families may pursue compensation for losses, including emotional distress and financial effects.
- Key Takeaway: Legal support ensures rights are protected during ongoing investigations.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal. “We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. In cases such as this, a wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.”
Pending results from the investigation, the family of Kenneth Light could be eligible for a wrongful death claim, seeking damages for companionship loss, pain, and suffering.
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