Liberty Woman Injured in Lafayette County Crash

Vehicle went off road, hit ditch and fence before overturning

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A 59-year-old woman from Liberty, Missouri was moderately injured after her vehicle left the roadway, hit a ditch and fence, and overturned in southwestern Lafayette County on Saturday, February 14th.

Why it matters

Vehicle crashes on rural roads can often result in serious injuries, especially when a vehicle leaves the roadway and overturns. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and maintaining control of one's vehicle, particularly on winding country roads.

The details

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the woman was driving southbound on Route M around 1:05 pm when her vehicle went off the right side of the road at the intersection with Mount Tabor Road, about 4 miles east of Lake Lafayette. The vehicle then hit a ditch and fence before overturning. The woman was transported to a Kansas City area hospital for treatment of her moderate injuries.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, February 14, 2026 around 1:05 pm.

The players

Missouri State Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the crash.

59-year-old Liberty woman

The driver of the vehicle who was moderately injured in the crash.

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The takeaway

This crash underscores the importance of safe driving practices, especially on rural roads where unexpected hazards and lack of guardrails can lead to serious single-vehicle accidents. Drivers should remain vigilant, reduce speeds, and maintain full control of their vehicles to avoid similar outcomes.