Man and Woman Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Missouri Highway 6 [St. Joseph, MO]

Police Investigate Fatal Crash on Missouri Highway 6

ST. JOSEPH, MO (June 28, 2026)— A St. Joseph man and woman died Sunday morning after a motorcycle crash on Missouri Highway 6, about one mile east of St. Joseph.

According to a news release, the crash happened shortly before 4:00 a.m. when a 53-year-old St. Joseph man lost control of a 2005 Kawasaki ZX6R Ninja while attempting to navigate a curve.

Authorities said the motorcycle traveled off the north side of the roadway, and its left side struck the ground. The motorcycle continued westbound before hitting a steep embankment.

The impact ejected both the driver and the passenger from the motorcycle.

Authorities confirmed that both the St. Joseph man and woman died in the crash.

The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation

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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