Pineville, MO (March 5, 2026) – A 23-year-old woman died, and two drivers were injured after a two-vehicle crash on Thursday morning at the intersection of Bus US 71 and Jesse James Rd in Pineville, McDonald County.
The collision occurred around 9:10 a.m. on Thursday, March 5. Emergency units responded to the intersection after reports of a serious crash involving a 2024 Ford Expedition and a 2004 Cadillac.
According to crash information, the Ford Expedition was traveling westbound while the Cadillac was heading northbound when the vehicles collided. The impact caused severe damage to both vehicles, and they were later towed from the scene.
A 23-year-old woman from Pineville who was riding in the Cadillac died at the scene. The 42-year-old Pineville man driving the Cadillac suffered moderate injuries and was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
The driver of the Ford Expedition, a 27-year-old man from Prairie Grove, Arkansas, sustained minor injuries and later sought treatment at Mercy Hospital in Bella Vista, Arkansas.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and additional information may be released as the review progresses. We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
Why Crashes Often Occur at Highway Business Route Intersections
Intersections involving business routes and connecting roads can see a mix of local and through traffic. Drivers may enter these crossings from different directions while traveling at varying speeds.
Vehicles moving along a main route may have the right of way, while others attempt to cross or turn onto the roadway. If timing or visibility is misjudged, the result can be a severe collision.
Investigators reviewing crashes at intersections often look at vehicle paths, roadway markings, and the placement of traffic signs. Damage patterns and the final positions of the vehicles can also help show how the crash developed.
