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Driver Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash on Highway 64 in Laclede County

By Nationwide Report Staff
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Incident record

Incident record

Date

July 9, 2026

Time

9:45 a.m.

Roadway

HWY 64

Location

Laclede County, MO

State

Missouri

Vehicles

1

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

Agency

Missouri State Highway Patrol

Report

Report body

A driver suffered minor injuries in a single-vehicle crash on Highway 64 in Laclede County, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol's online crash report.

The crash occurred at approximately 9:45 a.m. on July 9, 2026, about half a mile east of Bennett Springs State Park, the Patrol reported. A westbound 2020 Chevrolet Blazer was the only vehicle involved, according to the preliminary report.

The driver was transported for medical treatment after sustaining minor injuries, the Missouri State Highway Patrol said. No other injuries or fatalities were reported in connection with the crash.

The incident falls under the jurisdiction of Troop I and is being investigated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, which assigned it crash report number 260287742.

This report is based on preliminary information from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Details may be updated as officials release further information.

Source: Reported by MSHP
Related resources
Legal context
Injury statute of limitations
5 years (From date of accident (RSMo 516.120) - one of the longest injury windows in the US.)
Wrongful death statute of limitations
3 years (From date of death (RSMo 537.100).)
Fault rule
Missouri uses pure comparative fault: recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault but not barred.
Citations
RSMo 516.120 (SoL); RSMo 537.100 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Gustafson v. Benda
Crash report agency
Missouri State Highway Patrol traffic crash reports (online portal) for MSHP crashes; local agency otherwise.

This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.

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