Injury Crash

Driver Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash on Missouri AJ in Franklin County

By Nationwide Report Staff
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Incident record

Incident record

Date

October 23, 2026

Time

5:20 a.m.

Roadway

Missouri AJ at US 50

Location

Franklin County, MO

State

Missouri

Vehicles

1

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

Agency

Missouri State Highway Patrol

Report

Report body

A driver suffered moderate injuries early Friday after a single-vehicle crash on Missouri AJ near US 50 in Franklin County, according to a preliminary report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred at approximately 5:20 a.m. and involved a 2021 BMW Heritage traveling southbound on Missouri AJ, the patrol said. The driver was the only occupant reported, and no other vehicles were involved.

Following the crash, the driver was transported to a medical facility for treatment of moderate injuries, according to the Highway Patrol's report. Troop C responded to the scene as part of the investigation.

No fatalities were reported in connection with the crash. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

This report is based on preliminary information released by investigating authorities. Details may be updated as officials provide further information.

Source: Reported by MSHP
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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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