A single-vehicle accident killed a teenage mother in Springfield after she lost control of her vehicle.

Around 3:30 p.m., the teen was driving on Roosevelt Ave. when she lost control of her car and she slammed into several trees. The 17-year-old mother of one was taken to the hospital where she died hours later.

Two passengers in the car were also injured, one remains in critical condition, while the other is currently stable. Police have still not released the cause of the crash.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact the Springfield car accident lawyers of Strong-Garner-Bauer by calling 417-887-4300.