Southside, AR—Fatal Crash Claims One Life, Injures Two
A head-on collision at U.S. 167 and Nelly Belle Lane in Southside, Arkansas, on April 15, 2026, resulted in one fatality and two injuries.
According to the Arkansas State Police, 57-year-old Eddie Ray Stuckey of Judsonia was pronounced dead at the scene. Two additional individuals, 46-year-old Kristy Wood of Locust Grove and 62-year-old Connie Smith of Clinton, sustained injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital.
Investigators determined that Stuckey was driving a Nissan Altima, which crossed the center line and collided head-on with a GMC Acadia. The Altima then veered into the northbound lane, where it was struck by a Cadillac.
Authorities reported clear weather conditions and dry roadways at the time of the accident. An investigation into the crash remains ongoing.
This incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with roadway accidents in the region, and local agencies are urging drivers to remain vigilant. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.