Lincoln County, MO (February 8, 2025) – A fatal two-vehicle crash on Missouri 47 late Saturday night resulted in the death of one driver and serious injuries to another, according to authorities.
The accident occurred at approximately 10:10 p.m. west of Davis Lane. A 2007 Ford F-150, driven by a 19-year-old male from Foley, MO, was traveling eastbound when it struck a deer in the roadway. The impact caused the truck to cross the centerline, where it collided with a westbound 2019 Hyundai Accent driven by a 25-year-old male from Troy, MO.
The driver of the Hyundai suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Ford sustained serious injuries and was transported to Mercy Hospital St. Louis.
The crash remains under investigation by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and local authorities.
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The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
- Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
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