Pregnant Missouri woman killed in highway tragedy while awaiting baby girl - AOL

Published
June 07, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Springfield, Missouri
West James River Expressway
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Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Springfield Missouri in Springfield, Missouri: A pregnant 24‐year‐old woman was killed on the West James River Expressway in Springfield, Missouri. She had exited her vehicle after colliding with a divider and was struck by another motorist while trying to navigate the aftermath of an earlier crash. The incident occurred earlier this week and has left the community grieving.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Leah Hyde Driver Fatal

Original reporting

Pregnant Missouri woman killed in highway tragedy while awaiting baby girl - AOL

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