Injury Crash
Juvenile Injured in Howell County Crash Between UTV and Pickup Truck
Incident record
October 10, 2026
4:15 p.m.
County Road 8780
West Plains, Howell County, MO
Missouri
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1 injured
None reported
Missouri State Highway Patrol
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A juvenile suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash south of West Plains on County Road 8780, according to a preliminary report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The crash happened at 4:15 p.m. on Oct. 10, 2026, roughly five miles south of West Plains in Howell County, the Patrol's report states. A 2024 CAN-AM UTV was traveling eastbound when it collided with a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado heading westbound, according to the agency.
The juvenile occupant involved sustained minor injuries and was transported for medical treatment, the Patrol reported. No fatalities were reported in connection with the crash.
The incident, listed as case number 260431639, was assigned to Troop G of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, which is handling the investigation.
This report is based on preliminary information released by the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Details may be updated as officials release more information.
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Missouri accident information
- 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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