29-Year-Old Lawson Man Killed in School Bus Crash at Highway 92 and Jesse James Farm Road [Kearney, MO]

Police Investigate Fatal Crash at Highway 92 and Jesse James Farm Road in Kearney

KEARNEY, MO (September 17, 2026)— A 29-year-old Lawson man died after a crash at Highway 92 and Jesse James Farm Road involving a passenger vehicle and a school bus Tuesday morning, according to the Kearney Police Department.

Emergency personnel responded to the intersection of Highway 92 and Jesse James Farm Road following reports of the collision.

Authorities said six children were aboard the school bus at the time of the crash.

EMS personnel evaluated all six students at the scene and medically cleared them. One child received treatment for a minor injury but did not require additional emergency transport.

The school bus driver was not injured.

The driver of the other vehicle, identified as a 29-year-old man from Lawson, suffered critical injuries in the collision.

Emergency personnel transported him to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Officials did not immediately release additional information about what caused the crash or whether any citations were issued.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of the deceased. May the bereaved find solace and strength in this extremely trying time.

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Sweet Lawyers Extends Heartfelt Condolences to the Loved Ones of the Deceased

Sweet Lawyers extends our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the 29-year-old Lawson man who lost his life in this tragic Kearney collision. May his loved ones find comfort, strength, and support as they cope with such an unexpected and painful loss.

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