Injury Crash
Two-Vehicle Crash on I-255 Off Ramp Injures St Louis County Woman
Incident record
August 17, 2026
10:55 a.m.
I-255 Off Ramp to Lemay Ferry
St Louis, St Louis County, MO
Missouri
2
1 injured
None reported
Missouri State Highway Patrol
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A crash on the eastbound Interstate 255 off ramp to Lemay Ferry in St Louis County left one person with minor injuries, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The collision was reported at approximately 10:55 a.m. on August 17, 2026, the Missouri State Highway Patrol said in a preliminary online crash report. Troop C, which covers the St Louis region, is handling the investigation.
According to the Highway Patrol, two vehicles were involved: a 2016 Ford Escape and a 2019 Toyota Corolla, both reportedly traveling southbound at the time of the crash. A 23-year-old female occupant sustained minor injuries in the incident and was transported to a hospital for treatment, the report states.
No fatalities were reported in connection with the crash, and details regarding the circumstances leading up to the collision have not yet been released by investigators.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol's report remains preliminary, and further information may be released as the investigation continues. This story will be updated as officials provide additional details.
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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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