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Macon Teen Seriously Injured in Pickup Crash
17-year-old driver hospitalized after vehicle overturns on Route DD
Published on Feb. 8, 2026
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A 17-year-old from Macon, Missouri suffered serious injuries when the pickup truck he was driving crashed on Saturday, February 7th. The Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to the single-vehicle accident around 4:25 PM on Route DD, about two miles west of Ten Mile. Troopers report the teen was driving westbound when the pickup went off the north edge of the road, and after overcorrecting, the vehicle began sliding before going off the road and overturning.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices, especially among young and inexperienced drivers. Single-vehicle crashes like this one are often caused by driver error, and can result in devastating injuries when seatbelts are not used.
The details
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 17-year-old Macon resident was driving the pickup truck westbound on Route DD when the vehicle went off the north edge of the roadway. The driver then overcorrected, causing the pickup to slide before going off the road and overturning. The teen was transported by ambulance to a hospital in Columbia with serious injuries. Troopers noted that the driver was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
- The crash occurred around 4:25 PM on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
- The Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to the incident.
The players
Missouri State Highway Patrol
The state law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the single-vehicle crash.
17-year-old Macon resident
The driver of the pickup truck who suffered serious injuries in the crash.
The takeaway
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially for young and inexperienced drivers. Wearing a seatbelt can be the difference between life and death in a crash, and drivers must remain vigilant and focused to avoid losing control of their vehicle.
