Topanga Thompson Dead in Horrific Pedestrian Crash on Highway B [Poplar Bluff, MO]

1 Person Killed in Poplar Bluff Pedestrian Accident on Highway B

POPLAR BLUFF, MO (October 31, 2024) – Tuesday morning, Topanga Thompson died in a horrific pedestrian crash on Highway B.

The incident happened at around 5:55 a.m. on Highway B.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a westbound 2024 Nissan Altima veered off the road, struck a pedestrian, and struck a tree.

Moreover, a Butler County EMS paramedic pronounced the pedestrian, identified as 27-year-old Thompson, dead at the scene. Also, paramedics transported the 43-year-old driver of the vehicle to a hospital with moderate injuries.

At this time, the events leading to the crash remained unclear. When additional information becomes available, the public will be notified.

Due to limited information, the Missouri State Highway Patrol continued to investigate the crash.

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We at Sweet Lawyers send our condolences to the loved ones grieving the death of the victim.

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