Cooper County car crash fatality - 3/16/2026
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March 24, 2026
A 71-year-old woman from Pilot Grove was killed in a Monday morning crash on Highway 135 at Route E in Cooper County, according to a crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

The report says the woman was a passenger in a 2014 Toyota Venza that was driven by a 74-year-old Pilot Grove man. The vehicle was heading south on Highway 135 when a 2012 Ford F-250 – driven by a 32-year-old Moberly man – was heading west.
The driver of the Toyota stopped at a stop sign at the intersection before driving straight and the Ford F-250 “slid and failed to stop” as it hit the Toyota, the report says.
The Toyota then slid, went off the road and hit a stop sign while the Ford “came to a controlled stop at Highway 135,” the report says.
The report says the woman was a passenger in a 2014 Toyota Venza that was driven by a 74-year-old Pilot Grove man. The vehicle was heading south on Highway 135 when a 2012 Ford F-250 – driven by a 32-year-old Moberly man – was heading west.
The driver of the Toyota stopped at a stop sign at the intersection before driving straight and the Ford F-250 “slid and failed to stop” as it hit the Toyota, the report says.
The Toyota then slid, went off the road and hit a stop sign while the Ford “came to a controlled stop at Highway 135,” the report says.
After a serious or fatal crash, victims and their families are often left dealing with overwhelming grief, financial strain, and uncertainty about what to do next. Insurance companies may move quickly to minimize payouts, and without experienced legal guidance, families risk accepting far less compensation than they deserve. Hiring a personal injury attorney ensures that your rights are protected, evidence is properly gathered, and all avenues of recovery—such as medical expenses, lost income, and wrongful death damages—are fully pursued. An attorney also handles the legal complexities so you can focus on healing. If your family has been impacted by a tragic accident, don’t navigate this process alone—contact Daniel Finder at Finder Law, LLC today to discuss your case and get the experienced representation you need.
All facts of the incident are based on preliminary reporting done by The Missouri State Highway Patrol and KMIZ.
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