Multiple Accidents at Saddlebrooke Kills Two, Injures Others

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 5:48 AM

By Scott McCaulley @smcckc

Photo courtesy Taney County Ambulance District

A vehicle hits a rock bluff, catches fire and kills two people as well as leading to several other accidents on Highway 65 at Saddlebrooke Tuesday morning.

According to a post from the Taney County Ambulance District, they along with Western Taney County Fire, Highlandville Fire, Ozark Fire, Christian County Ambulance District, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Taney County Sheriff, Christian County Sheriff and MoDOT responded to the scene on northbound 65.

Missouri State Highway Patrol Sgt. Mike McClure tells Ozarks First that two people died when their northbound SUV went off the right side of the road, crashed into a rock bluff wall and caught fire.

The crash caused a major traffic back-up which led to three other crashes that led to minor to moderate injuries to several people including from both the Branson and Harrison areas.

An official crash report on the vehicle fire has yet to be released by the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

WAYS TO LISTEN

More from Local News

Drug Take Back Event Helps Dispose of Expired Prescriptions, Bring Awareness

The twice annual Drug Take Back Event has made impacts in the Lakes Region according to the organizers of the event in the Branson Area.
New Merry Memories Take Root With Silver Dollar City’s Grand Fir & New Show

OZARK MOUNTAINS, Mo. (Oct. 20, 2024) — Jingle all the way back to the magic of Christmases past at Silver Dollar City’s An Old Time Christmas, the 7-time winner of USA Today’s Best Theme Park Holiday Event, dazzles Nov 1 – Jan 4.
Study shows ranking of safest Missouri, Arkansas cities

Safety is a major concern for cities across the United States, with events occurring every day, including public health crises, natural disasters, mass shootings, traffic accidents, and other threats. A new study from WalletHub has showcased its ranking of the safest cities in the U.S. for 2025.
Fire, Frost Risk, Rain at End of the Week

The autumn like conditions continue as another cold front keeps temperatures cool.
Branson Holds "No Kings" Rally

An estimated 300 people attended the Branson edition of the No Kings Rally this past Saturday.

Ways To Listen to KCAX Branson 4U

Download The App that Fits Your Lifestyle

Click the links below if you have an Apple or Android phone to download our app. This will let you listen to us no matter where you are. On the lake? No problem, In another country? No problem. If you use Alexa at home, just say "Alexa, Play Branson4u" no matter where you live.
Apple store
Download here if you have an Apple device, including iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
This will place our app directly on the desktop of your device, making it easy to
access with just a click. Plus, our app is compatible with Apple CarPlay, so you can
seamlessly use it in your car too!
Google Play
Download here if you have an Android device, including phone, tablet, or computer.
This will place our app directly on the home screen of your device, making it easy to
access with just a tap. Plus, our app is compatible with Android Auto, so you can seamlessly
use it in your car too!
Alexa
If you use Alexa at home, just say "Alexa, Play Branson4u" no matter where you live.
Download Alexa here!

Multiple Accidents at Saddlebrooke Kills Two, Injures Others

Share

WAYS TO LISTEN

More from Local News

Ways To Listen to KCAX Branson 4U

Download The App that Fits Your Lifestyle

Weather on KCAX Branson 4U