BOONE COUNTY, AR — October 14, 2026 Richard Strutton of Crocker was injured in a collision involving a passenger car and a commercial truck on U.S. Highway 65 near Bear Creek, according to preliminary information from Arkansas State Police.
The crash occurred at approximately 8:50 a.m. as rain fell and the roadway was wet. Authorities reported that a southbound 2022 Chrysler, driven by Susan Bearden of Branson, lost control and rotated toward the left before crossing the center line and colliding with a northbound 2022 International truck operated by Strutton.
Bearden died in the collision, while passenger Mary Scaggs of Springfield also sustained injuries. Strutton was injured in the crash. Further details about the extent of his injuries and his condition have not been confirmed in the available reporting.
Arkansas State Police identified Corporal Ty Roberson as the investigating officer. The agency characterized its account as preliminary, and the circumstances surrounding the collision remain subject to further investigation.
