BUTLER COUNTY, Mo.— Two individuals were hospitalized following a crash involving a pickup truck and a side-by-side on the afternoon of January 15 in Butler County.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP), the accident occurred around 2:25 p.m. on Missouri Highway 51 near Brosley. The crash report states that a 14-year-old driver from Brosley was operating a side-by-side, traveling southbound, when the vehicle crossed over the center line and collided head-on with a northbound pickup truck.
The 14-year-old, who sustained serious injuries in the crash, had to be transported by ambulance to a designated location to meet Air Evac for further medical attention. As of the latest information, the teen’s condition remains unknown.
The driver of the pickup truck, identified as a 41-year-old man from Brosley, also suffered injuries in the crash. MSHP reports that the man was taken to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center for treatment of moderate injuries.
At the time of reporting, authorities were still investigating the cause of the crash. This is a developing story, and local news outlets will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
The MSHP urges all drivers to exercise caution and follow traffic regulations to prevent accidents, especially when navigating areas where traffic patterns may change unexpectedly.
This incident highlights the importance of ensuring that drivers, particularly young individuals operating vehicles such as side-by-sides, have the necessary experience and caution required to operate them safely. The Missouri State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the crash, and more details will be shared as they are confirmed.
As this situation evolves, local authorities are asking anyone with further information to come forward.
