Ray Hartman, journalist from St. Louis and former congressional candidate, missouriHartman’s attorney confirmed that he died in a car crash on Thursday. Hartman was killed in an accident on Interstate 64 involving a semi-truck that had a wheel come off and hit Hartman’s car. He is 73 years old.
Andy Leonard, an attorney representing the Hartman family, confirmed the Riverfront Times founder’s statement die and details of the accident in which he was involved were reported by St. Louis Magazine.
Ray Hartman’s death was also confirmed by his wife, Kerri Hartman, in a statement to NBC affiliate 5 On Your Side. This is such a tragic loss. He was much loved,” the statement read. “He will be greatly missed. “
Notably, Hartman is popular in the St. Louis area for hosting the KETC political show “Donnybrook.”
Ray Hartman Cause of Death: Details of Tragic Accident on I-64
According to Hartman’s attorney, the St. Louis-area reporter was traveling on Interstate 64 near Highway 270 west. The lawyer pointed out that the wheel came off the truck while it was in motion. The truck reportedly lost control and struck Hartman’s car. his cause of death It is under investigation but is likely an accident.
The driver of the truck involved is cooperating with the investigation, St. Louis Magazine reported. Hartman’s family has yet to comment on the tragic accident.
Along with his wife, Kerry, Hartman leaves behind two children: Benjamin and Brielle, both college students.
This story is being updated.
