Pearl River County, MS (April 8, 2026) – A 9-year-old child was killed, and two others were injured following a crash on Highway 43 on Tuesday morning.
The collision occurred around 7 a.m. on April 7. Authorities said a Dodge Ram driven by 60-year-old Kevin Sherman, accompanied by 49-year-old Jennifer Simmons, was traveling north when it collided with a southbound Honda Civic carrying a woman and two children, ages 5 and 9.
Sherman and the children were taken to a hospital for treatment. The 9-year-old later died from injuries sustained in the crash. The woman and Simmons were not injured.
The cause of the collision remains under investigation, and more details will be released as they become available.
Our condolences go out to the family of the child.
Why Head-On Collisions Often Result in Severe Injuries
Collisions between vehicles traveling in opposite directions are among the most dangerous types of crashes. The combined speed of both vehicles significantly increases the force of impact, putting passengers at greater risk of serious injury or death.
Children are particularly vulnerable because car seats or seat belts may not fully protect them from high-speed impacts. Even relatively small vehicles can sustain heavy damage in head-on crashes, affecting survival chances. Prompt emergency response is crucial to providing medical care and improving outcomes for those injured.
