Mountain Home Man Killed in Pedestrian Crash

Authorities say the incident occurred on U.S. 65 near St. Joe, Arkansas.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A 63-year-old man from Mountain Home, Arkansas died on Monday evening after he was struck by a pickup truck while walking southbound on U.S. 65 near the town of St. Joe. Arkansas State Police reported that the weather was clear and the road conditions were dry at the time of the fatal incident.

Why it matters

Pedestrian fatalities have been on the rise nationwide, with many states seeing an increase in these types of tragic accidents. This incident highlights the need for increased safety measures and awareness for both drivers and pedestrians, especially in rural areas with higher speed limits.

The details

According to the Arkansas State Police, Thomas Sumner Tannen of Mountain Home was walking southbound on U.S. 65 around 6:20 p.m. when he was struck and killed by a 1997 GMC Sierra pickup truck. The driver of the pickup truck was not injured in the collision.

  • The incident occurred on Monday, February 14, 2026 around 6:20 p.m.

The players

Thomas Sumner Tannen

A 63-year-old man from Mountain Home, Arkansas who was killed in the pedestrian crash.

Arkansas State Police

The law enforcement agency that investigated the fatal incident and provided details about the crash.

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The takeaway

This tragic accident underscores the importance of road safety, especially in rural areas where pedestrians may be less visible to drivers. Authorities are likely to review the incident and consider ways to improve pedestrian safety along this stretch of U.S. 65 to prevent similar fatalities in the future.