Teenager Fatally Struck by Deputy’s Vehicle in St. Francois County
A 16-year-old girl was killed in St. Francois County, Missouri, after being struck by a deputy's car while lying on the road. The incident is under investigation, and loved ones are mourning her death.
Charlotte, NC, October 6, 2026 — A 16-year-old girl has died following an incident in St. Francois County, Missouri, where she was struck by a vehicle driven by a deputy. The young victim was reportedly lying on the roadway at the time of the collision.
The St. Francois County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed that the incident is currently under investigation. Details regarding the specific circumstances leading up to the girl being on the road, the exact location within the county, and the timeline of the event have not yet been fully disclosed.
Authorities are working to establish the sequence of events that led to the fatality. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is expected to be involved in the investigation, as is customary in incidents involving law enforcement vehicles.
Loved ones of the teenager are mourning her loss. The identity of the victim has not been officially released by authorities as of this report, nor has the name of the deputy involved.
Further information is anticipated as the investigation progresses. This is a developing story.
Story summarized from the original created by Karla Vasquez Mejia, Kalie Strain, Shawn Loging, Gray News staff on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
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