A pedestrian walking along Highway 76 east is struck by a vehicle early Saturday morning.
According to the report posted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 49-year-old man from Branson was walking along the highway when he was hit by an eastbound vehicle. That vehicle left the scene before the arrival of first responders.
The pedestrian, not named in the Highway Patrol report, was taken to Cox Medical Center in Branson for treatment of moderate injuries.
How Much Severe Weather Will the Lakes Region See This Week?
While the risk is low, the Lakes Region could see some scattered severe thunderstorms the rest of the week.
Did the Storms That Hit the Lakes Region Over the Weekend Spawn Tornadoes?
The National Weather Service has confirmed a pair of tornadoes briefly touched down in the Lakes Region Saturday night.
Longtime Area Attorney Peter Rea Passes Away
A man who served the region as both a prosecutor and judge has died.
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Man Found in Table Rock Lake Identified
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