Missouri

Kevin Nelson Killed; Shane Hillhouse Injured in Accident at US Hwy 412 in Dunklin County, MO

Published on: May 23, 2023

Date of Accident
May 17, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Kevin Nelson, Shane Hillhouse
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 412, Kennett, Dunklin County, MO, U.S.

What Happened

State Police have information on a crash that killed a driver at US Hwy 412 in Dunklin County, MO on May 17th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 11:11 a.m. According to investigators, a semi-truck headed southbound is alleged to have failed to yield to a second eastbound semi-truck. The vehicles collided, causing serious injuries to at least one driver. That driver, identified as 57-year-old Kevin Nelson, was taken to an area hospital and later died from his injuries. The other drivers, 50-year-old Shane Hillhouse, was also hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Missouri State Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
US Hwy 412
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), undisclosed injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Two semi-trucks were involved in a crash

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