Recent Motor Vehicle Accidents in Mississippi: April, 2026


Covington County

Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Covington County Claims Life of Moselle Woman

On the night of Wednesday, April 15, 2026, a collision occurred on U.S. Highway 49 in Covington County involving a 2025 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle and a 2025 Kia K4. Both vehicles were traveling north when they collided at approximately 9:55 p.m. Jennifer L. Bush, 42, of Moselle, a passenger on the motorcycle, sustained life-threatening injuries and later passed away.

Oktibbeha County

Head-On Collision on Highway 12 in Oktibbeha County Leaves One Dead

On Tuesday morning, April 14, 2026, a head-on crash on Highway 12 near Smith Road claimed the life of 54-year-old Marvin Lynn Graham. At approximately 6:00 a.m., an eastbound Nissan Altima driven by Graham was struck by a westbound Dodge Ram pickup truck that had crossed the median.

Jackson County

Alabama Bicyclist Struck and Killed in Jackson County Multi-Vehicle Accident

Early Sunday morning, April 12, 2026, a 35-year-old bicyclist was killed in a three-vehicle accident on Mississippi Highway 611 in Jackson County. Around 5:00 a.m., a Honda Accord and a Toyota Camry both collided with the bicyclist, identified as Temario Compton of Mobile, Alabama.

Pearl River County

Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Poplarville Fire Department Vehicle

A 45-year-old woman, Miranda Chudder of McNeill, was killed on Wednesday morning, April 8, 2026, after being struck by a marked Poplarville Fire Department vehicle. The incident occurred at approximately 9:00 a.m. on Highway 11. Chudder was struck by the northbound truck.

Pearl River County

Tragic Pearl River County Crash Results in Death of Nine-Year-Old Child

A nine-year-old child died following a two-vehicle collision on Salem Road near Highway 43 on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The crash involved a Dodge Ram pickup truck and a Honda Civic. Another five-year-old passenger was hospitalized, and the cause is under investigation.

 

Disclaimer: The summaries provided above are for informational purposes based on public news records available for Mississippi (MS). The information provided is gathered from public news sources. It does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal guidance regarding an incident, please consult with a qualified professional.

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