Driver Killed in Christian County Truck Accident
An SUV driver was killed and at least two other people had minor injuries in a three-vehicle crash on Highway 160 south of Nixa on October 21.
Candice BondOne person was killed and at least two others were hurt in a three-vehicle crash involving a car and a truck on Highway 160 in Christian County on October 21, the Missouri State Highway Patrol said.
How the Highway 160 Truck Crash Unfolded
Missouri State Highway Patrol Sgt. McClure said the crash happened at about 7 a.m., south of Nixa. Sgt. McClure said a southbound Chevrolet SUV hit a deer on Highway 160 just north of Riverdale Drive. Sgt. McClure said the SUV then crossed the center lane and hit a northbound passenger car before striking a northbound Penske box truck head-on. Sgt. McClure said the SUV's driver died, and at least two other people had minor injuries.
Where the Highway Patrol Investigation Stands
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is still investigating the crash. Highway 160 near Riverdale Drive was closed that morning, and Sgt. McClure said it was expected to reopen before 10:30 a.m. The patrol has not released the names of those involved.
New information about a crash usually comes from the investigating agency, often through a news release or its social media pages. Updates can be days or weeks apart.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in Missouri usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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