Two children hurt in Clay County crash involving a Cameron driver

                Two children sustained minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash Sunday evening, Oct. 11, 2026, at the intersection of Highway 92 and North Stark Avenue in Clay County, Missouri. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 7:35 p.m. when a northbound 2017 Ram 1500 entered the intersection and struck a westbound 2020 Ford Escape.

The Ram 1500 was driven by a 45-year-old man from Cameron, Missouri. A 17-year-old girl from Cameron who was riding in the Ram sustained minor injuries. She was transported by Northland Regional Ambulance District personnel to Liberty Hospital for treatment.

The Ford Escape was driven by a 24-year-old woman from Smithville, Missouri. A female infant from Smithville who was riding in the Ford sustained minor injuries. She was transported by Northland Regional Ambulance District personnel to Children’s Mercy Hospital for treatment.

Both drivers were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash, according to the Highway Patrol report. The report also indicated that safety devices were in use by both injured passengers.

Both vehicles were declared totaled and removed from the scene. The Ram 1500 was towed by Integrity Tow, while the Ford Escape was towed by GT Tow.

Trooper D. D. Mullins of the Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated the crash. Troopers T. R. Peoples, M. J. Saladrigas and B. C. Stark assisted, along with the Clay County Sheriff’s Department.

The Highway Patrol report listed the injuries to both children as minor. No injuries were reported for either driver.

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