Injury Crash

Two Injured in Butler County Crash Near Arkansas Line on US 67

By Nationwide Report Staff
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Incident record

Incident record

Date

October 2, 2026

Time

5:30 p.m.

Roadway

US 67

Location

Butler County, MO

State

Missouri

Vehicles

2

Injuries

2 injured

Fatalities

None reported

Agency

Missouri State Highway Patrol

Report

Report body

Two Doniphan residents suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash on US 67 in Butler County, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol's online crash report.

The collision happened on Oct. 2, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., about 200 feet north of the Arkansas state line, the Patrol reported. The crash falls under the jurisdiction of Troop E.

According to the Patrol, a 2019 Peterbilt was traveling northbound when it collided with a 2008 Ford Escape that was heading westbound.

An 86-year-old male driver from Doniphan sustained minor injuries, as did an 85-year-old female occupant also from Doniphan, the Patrol said. Both were transported to receive medical treatment.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. This report will be updated as officials release more 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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