St. Francois County, MO (May 10, 2026) – A Tennessee motorcyclist suffered serious injuries Saturday afternoon following a collision on Missouri 47 near Nesbit Drive in St. Francois County.
The crash occurred around 1:25 p.m. on May 9, along Missouri 47 near Nesbit Drive. According to investigators, a 2007 Jeep Laredo turned right onto the highway and entered the path of a westbound 2012 Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
Authorities said the front of the motorcycle struck the front left side of the Jeep. The motorcycle then overturned, ejecting the rider onto the roadway.
The rider, a 33-year-old man from Kingsport, Tennessee, sustained serious injuries in the crash. Emergency units transported him to Mercy Hospital South for medical treatment.
The Jeep driver, a 50-year-old woman from De Soto, Missouri, was not reported injured. Both vehicles sustained moderate damage, with the motorcycle towed from the scene following the collision.
Investigators noted that neither driver was using a safety device at the time of the crash. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured rider as he recovers.
Why Motorcycle Turning Collisions Often Lead to Severe Injuries
Crashes involving motorcycles and turning vehicles are common on two-lane highways and can become especially dangerous because motorcycles are smaller and harder for drivers to judge in traffic. When a vehicle turns into a motorcycle’s path, riders often have little time or space to avoid impact.
Ejection crashes can significantly increase injury severity because riders are exposed directly to the roadway after impact. Investigators reviewing these collisions typically examine turning movements, right-of-way, visibility, and vehicle speed. Protective gear and helmet use are also reviewed because they can affect the extent of injuries during a motorcycle crash.
