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Fatal Car Accidents in Missouri Today: What You Should Know

Missouri continues to see serious and fatal traffic accidents every single day. From multi-vehicle wrecks on I-70 and I-44 to tragic pedestrian crashes in St. Louis and Kansas City, these incidents impact families and communities statewide. This page is updated frequently with the most recent reports of fatal car accidents in Missouri today and summaries of fatal car accidents in Missouri yesterday, so readers can quickly find the latest information.

Each report is drawn from local agencies, news outlets, and the Missouri State Highway Patrol, ensuring details are accurate and timely. Whether you are searching for a car crash in Missouri today, looking for updates on yesterday’s fatal accident, or tracking news about collisions in Springfield, Columbia, Independence, or Jefferson County, you’ll find coverage here.

Two drivers were injured after a Ford Explorer rear-ended a Nissan Sentra Monday afternoon, September 7, on Missouri Route 185 at River Birch Road in Washington County.
Accident

2 Injured in MO-185 Crash Near Sullivan, MO

Sullivan, MO (September 8, 2026) – Two drivers were injured after a Ford Explorer rear-ended a Nissan Sentra Monday afternoon,...
A 66-year-old Columbia, Missouri, man died late Sunday night, September 6, 2026, after he was struck by a semi-truck while walking eastbound on Interstate 70 in Saline County, according to troopers.
Fatal Accident

Columbia Man, 66, Killed by Semi on I-70 in Saline Co., MO

Saline County, MO (September 8, 2026) — A 66-year-old Columbia, Missouri, man died late Sunday night, September 6, 2026, after...
A 45-year-old St. Louis man was killed late Sunday night, September 6, when his motorcycle was struck by a car that ran a red light in Hazelwood.
Fatal Accident

Teen Runs Red Light, Kills Motorcyclist in Hazelwood, MO

Hazelwood, MO (September 8, 2026) – A 45-year-old St. Louis man was killed late Sunday night, September 6, when his...
MO‑133 & Dixon
Car Accident

Two Injured After Rear-End Crash on MO-133 Near Dixon, MO

Dixon, MO (September 8, 2026) – Two people were injured Sunday, September 6, after a pickup struck a utility vehicle...
I‑29 mile marker 15,
Car Accident

One Injured After Lane-Change Crash on I-29 in Platte City, MO

Platte City, MO (September 8, 2026) – A 26-year-old man was injured Sunday, September 6, after two vehicles collided on...
East Prairie, MO
Car Accident

Two Injured After Center-Line Collision on Hwy B Near East Prairie, MO

East Prairie, MO (September 8, 2026) – Two women were injured in a collision on Highway B about two miles...
Branson, MO
Car Accident

2 Women Hurt in Rear-End Accident on Hwy T, Branson, MO

Branson, MO (September 6, 2026) – A rear-end collision involving two vehicles left two women injured on Friday afternoon, September...
NW 200 Rd & NW 321st Rd, Centerview Township, MO
Multi-Vehicle Accident

Head-On Collision at NW 321 & NW 200 Rd, Warrensburg, MO

Warrensburg, MO (September 6, 2026) – A Friday afternoon head-on collision at the intersection of NW 321 and NW 200...
I-29, Kansas City, MO
Car Accident

Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Wreck on I-29, Kansas City, MO

Kansas City, MO (September 6, 2026) – A two-vehicle crash injured a 34-year-old woman on Friday morning, September 4, on...

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Two drivers were injured after a Ford Explorer rear-ended a Nissan Sentra Monday afternoon, September 7, on Missouri Route 185 at River Birch Road in Washington County.
Accident

2 Injured in MO-185 Crash Near Sullivan, MO

Sullivan, MO (September 8, 2026) – Two drivers were injured after a Ford Explorer rear-ended a Nissan Sentra Monday afternoon,
A 66-year-old Columbia, Missouri, man died late Sunday night, September 6, 2026, after he was struck by a semi-truck while walking eastbound on Interstate 70 in Saline County, according to troopers.
Fatal Accident

Columbia Man, 66, Killed by Semi on I-70 in Saline Co., MO

Saline County, MO (September 8, 2026) — A 66-year-old Columbia, Missouri, man died late Sunday night, September 6, 2026, after
A 45-year-old St. Louis man was killed late Sunday night, September 6, when his motorcycle was struck by a car that ran a red light in Hazelwood.
Fatal Accident

Teen Runs Red Light, Kills Motorcyclist in Hazelwood, MO

Hazelwood, MO (September 8, 2026) – A 45-year-old St. Louis man was killed late Sunday night, September 6, when his
MO‑133 & Dixon
Car Accident

Two Injured After Rear-End Crash on MO-133 Near Dixon, MO

Dixon, MO (September 8, 2026) – Two people were injured Sunday, September 6, after a pickup struck a utility vehicle
I‑29 mile marker 15,
Car Accident

One Injured After Lane-Change Crash on I-29 in Platte City, MO

Platte City, MO (September 8, 2026) – A 26-year-old man was injured Sunday, September 6, after two vehicles collided on
East Prairie, MO
Car Accident

Two Injured After Center-Line Collision on Hwy B Near East Prairie, MO

East Prairie, MO (September 8, 2026) – Two women were injured in a collision on Highway B about two miles
Branson, MO
Car Accident

2 Women Hurt in Rear-End Accident on Hwy T, Branson, MO

Branson, MO (September 6, 2026) – A rear-end collision involving two vehicles left two women injured on Friday afternoon, September
NW 200 Rd & NW 321st Rd, Centerview Township, MO
Multi-Vehicle Accident

Head-On Collision at NW 321 & NW 200 Rd, Warrensburg, MO

Warrensburg, MO (September 6, 2026) – A Friday afternoon head-on collision at the intersection of NW 321 and NW 200
I-29, Kansas City, MO
Car Accident

Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Wreck on I-29, Kansas City, MO

Kansas City, MO (September 6, 2026) – A two-vehicle crash injured a 34-year-old woman on Friday morning, September 4, on

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Recent Crash Locations and Trends

Traffic fatalities occur across Missouri on a daily basis. Some of the most common accident sites include:

  • Interstate 70 through Kansas City, Columbia, and St. Louis
  • I-44 near Springfield and Rolla
  • Highway 63 in Boone County and surrounding areas
  • Busy urban corridors in St. Louis County, Jackson County, and Greene County
  • Smaller communities such as Sedalia, Blue Springs, Cape Girardeau, and Joplin

Our reporting highlights not only the fatal car accidents in Missouri today but also ongoing investigations into crashes from yesterday and earlier this week. Reported causes often include distracted driving, speeding, impaired driving, and dangerous weather conditions.

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Legal Help After a Fatal Car Crash

The aftermath of a fatal car accident in Missouri is overwhelming. Families may be left facing funeral costs, medical bills, loss of income, and deep emotional grief. If another driver’s negligence caused the accident, you may have the right to pursue compensation.

An experienced Missouri car accident lawyer can guide you through this difficult process, whether the crash happened today, yesterday, or in recent weeks. Legal assistance may help secure damages for:

  • Medical expenses and emergency care
  • Funeral and burial costs
  • Lost wages and future financial support
  • Pain, suffering, and emotional distress

Stay Informed on Accidents in Missouri

Bookmark this page to stay up to date on fatal car accidents in Missouri today and yesterday. We are always adding new accident stories, including reports of car crashes, highway closures, multi-vehicle collisions, and other serious incidents statewide.

By providing accurate and timely accident news, we aim to keep Missouri residents informed and aware of the risks on our roads, while also connecting victims and families with the resources they need.

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