Breaking News: Body Discovered in Vehicle at Smithville Lake
St. Joseph, Missouri – February 18, 2026
Authorities have confirmed the discovery of a body inside a submerged vehicle at Smithville Lake, located south of St. Joseph. The vehicle was found after officials responded to reports of a car underwater, prompting an immediate recovery operation.
Emergency crews, including specialized dive teams, were deployed to retrieve the vehicle from the lake. After successfully remov he car, investigators confirmed that a decease. dividual was found inside. The identity of the person has not yet been publicly released, pending family notification.
Law enforcement officials stated that the
investigation is ongoing to determine how the vehicle entered the water and the circumstances surrounding the incident. At this time, no official cause has been confirmed.
Local authorities are asking anyone with information related to the case to contact law enforcement.
Source: Local Missouri authorities and regional news reports.
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