Three-Vehicle Crash on Missouri Route 96 Injures 2 People [Carthage, MO]

Carthage, MO (September 18, 2026) — On Wednesday morning, two people were injured in a three-vehicle crash on Missouri Route 96 about a mile west of Carthage.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 10:15 a.m. when a westbound 2013 Nissan NV 200 struck the rear of a westbound 2021 Chevrolet 2500. The Nissan then entered the eastbound lane, where it collided with an eastbound 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

A 30-year-old Joplin man driving the Nissan suffered moderate injuries and went to Mercy Hospital Joplin by ambulance. A 20-year-old Alba woman driving the Toyota sustained minor injuries and received treatment at Mercy Carthage. The Chevrolet driver was not reported injured.

The Nissan was totaled, while the Toyota sustained extensive damage. The Missouri State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the crash.

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