Two Killed in West Plains Two-Vehicle Crash
West Plains, MO (December 23, 2024) On Saturday evening, 2 people were pronounced dead after a horrific 2-vehicle collision on Highway 160.
According to authorities, the deadly accident happened at about 10:40 p.m. on U.S. Highway 160.
Reports say that 2 people tragically lost their lives following the two-car collision late Saturday night.
Authorities say that a Dodge Durango traveling south on U.S. 160 collided with a Ford Escape heading east from County Road 6070 toward Ramsuer Road.
Responding officers found the Escape in a ditch with significant damage to the driver’s side, while the Durango remained in the middle turning lane, displaying extensive front-end damage.
The 76-year-old man driving the Ford Escape and his 68-year-old female passenger were pronounced dead at the scene. Two 17-year-olds in the Dodge Durango were transported to the hospital for medical evaluation.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and the West Plains Police Department has stated they will no longer release the names of victims in fatal collisions.
The team at Sweet Lawyers offers heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased in the 2-vehicle collision on Highway 160. We also hope for a smooth recovery for the injured.
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