Cardwell, MO (April 19, 2026) – Two people were injured following a crash on Highway AC just west of Cardwell. The collision happened around 7:35 a.m. on Friday, April 17, in a rural area of Dunklin County.
According to reports, a 17-year-old girl from Monett, Arkansas, was driving a 2024 Nissan Altima northbound when her vehicle entered the path of a 2018 GMC Sierra. The pickup was driven by a 41-year-old man from Paragould, Arkansas. The two vehicles collided after the Altima moved into the roadway.
The teenage driver was seriously hurt and taken to a hospital in Memphis for treatment. The 41-year-old man suffered moderate injuries and was taken to a hospital in Jonesboro, Arkansas. No additional details about the conditions of those involved have been released.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our thoughts are with those affected as they continue to recover.
How Right-of-Way Violations Can Lead to Rural Road Crashes
Crashes on rural roads often happen when one vehicle enters a roadway without properly yielding. These areas may have fewer traffic controls, which can increase the risk of confusion at intersections or private road entries.
Drivers on highways typically expect uninterrupted travel, so sudden entry from another vehicle can leave little time to react. Speed differences between vehicles can also make these situations more dangerous, especially when visibility is limited by terrain or roadside features.
In many cases, determining how a crash occurred involves reviewing vehicle positions, impact points, and road layout. Even simple intersections can become high-risk areas when drivers misjudge distance or timing.
