Injury Crash
Three-Vehicle Crash on Route 24 Eastbound Injures Two in Lafayette County
Incident record
October 27, 2026
12:35 p.m.
24 Eastbound
Lafayette County, MO
Missouri
3
2 injured
None reported
Missouri State Highway Patrol
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Two drivers suffered moderate injuries in a three-vehicle crash on Route 24 Eastbound east of Northrup in Lafayette County, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol's online crash report.
The crash happened on Oct. 27, 2026, at approximately 12:35 p.m., per the patrol's report. Three eastbound vehicles were involved: a 2016 RAM, a 2009 Ford F-150 and a Chevrolet Malibu, the report states.
A 61-year-old man from Hughesville sustained moderate injuries and was transported for medical treatment, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. An adult male driver from Lee's Summit also sustained moderate injuries in the crash, the patrol reported.
Troop A of the Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated the scene. No fatalities were reported in connection with the crash.
This report will 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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