Higginsville Man Seriously Injured in Crash South of Warsaw

The single-vehicle incident occurred on U.S. Route 65 on Thursday evening.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:09pm

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A 71-year-old man from Higginsville, Missouri was seriously injured after his SUV left the northbound lane of U.S. Route 65 and struck a sign, utility pole, and fence about 5 miles south of Warsaw on Thursday, March 12. The Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to the crash around 6:45 pm and the man was airlifted to a hospital in Columbia.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of single-vehicle crashes on rural highways, which can result in serious injuries, especially for older drivers. Highway 65 is a major north-south route through central Missouri that sees significant traffic.

The details

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 71-year-old man was driving his SUV northbound on U.S. Route 65 when the vehicle left the right side of the road, striking a sign, utility pole, and fence. The troopers stated they were unable to determine if the man was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.

  • The crash occurred around 6:45 pm on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
  • The incident took place 5 miles south of Warsaw, Missouri.

The players

Missouri State Highway Patrol

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

71-year-old Higginsville man

The driver of the SUV who was seriously injured in the crash on U.S. Route 65.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, especially for older drivers, on rural highways where single-vehicle crashes can have serious consequences.