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Driver Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash on MO-21 in Washington County

By Nationwide Report Staff
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Incident record

Incident record

Date

July 10, 2026

Time

1:00 a.m.

Roadway

MO-21 at THOMLINSON RD

Location

Washington County, MO

State

Missouri

Vehicles

1

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

Agency

Missouri State Highway Patrol

Weather

Slight rain · 73°F · 0.09 in precip · 8 mph wind

Report

Report body

A driver suffered moderate injuries early Friday when a vehicle crashed on Missouri Route 21 at Thomlinson Road in Washington County, according to a preliminary report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred around 1 a.m. local time on July 10, 2026, and involved a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox that was traveling northbound on MO-21, patrol records show. No other vehicles were reported involved in the crash.

The driver was transported for medical treatment after sustaining moderate injuries, the Highway Patrol said. No fatalities were reported in connection with the incident.

Light rain was falling in the area at the time of the crash, according to weather data.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop C is investigating the crash, which has been assigned report number 260288874.

This report is based on preliminary information from law enforcement, and details may be updated as officials release further findings.

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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