4 Injured in Car Accident on MO 116 in Clinton County, MO
Clinton County, MO — August 7, 2025, Four people were injured following a car accident that occurred at around 5:36 P.M. on MO 116.
According to official statements, a Jeep Cherokee operated by a 28-year-old man was traveling on north on County Road 145 approaching the MO 116 intersection when it failed to yield at a stop sign for unknown reasons, and collided with a Chevy Silverado.
When first responders arrived on-scene they found the Jeep driver, along with three occupants from the Chevy, aged 1, 34, and 42, seriously injured and transported them to the hospital. Authorities have not released the identities of the motorists, or provided an update on the investigation's status.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When a driver fails to yield at a stop sign, it’s easy to assume the cause comes down to simple inattention. But a thorough investigation can reveal whether there’s more to the story than meets the eye.
Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
Understanding why the Jeep entered the intersection without stopping requires more than recording vehicle positions and damage. Investigators should document sight lines, measure distances, and reconstruct the movement of both vehicles leading up to the collision. Just as important, they should examine what the Jeep driver was doing or experiencing in the minutes before impact. Without that deeper work, conclusions can be based on assumption rather than fact.
Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
A failure to stop might not be a matter of choice. If the Jeep’s brakes malfunctioned, its steering components locked, or a sudden engine or electronic control failure occurred, the driver may not have been able to yield even if they intended to. A complete mechanical inspection is the only way to know if such an issue played a role.
Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Event data recorders in both the Jeep and the Chevy could hold valuable clues about speed, braking, and steering inputs. Phone records, GPS history, and any available traffic camera footage might add even more context. This information can either confirm or challenge what appears to be the obvious explanation.
When investigators combine precise scene analysis, mechanical checks, and digital evidence, they move closer to the truth. Without all three, important facts risk being left undiscovered.
Key takeaways:
- A failure to yield should be examined from multiple angles, not just surface facts.
- Mechanical failures can cause drivers to miss stop signs.
- Digital and recorded data can verify actions leading up to a crash.
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