Centralia, MO — The Centralia community is grieving the sudden loss of Harrison Washington, 34, who died in a tragic car accident on Missouri Highway 22 on the evening of Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
According to the Mexico Public Safety Department, at approximately 10:33 p.m., emergency personnel responded to the 1500 block of West Monroe Street following reports of a two-vehicle collision. Officials reported that Washington was driving a 2006 Ford passenger car eastbound when his vehicle crossed the centerline and collided with a 1999 Freightliner truck pulling a trailer. The truck, operated by a 72-year-old man from Mexico, Missouri, was carrying a load of soybean meal. Washington tragically died at the scene, while the truck driver was reported unharmed.
Traffic along Missouri Highway 22 was significantly delayed as emergency crews worked to remove the truck and trailer, with lanes reopening around 4:00 a.m. The crash remains under investigation by local authorities as they work to determine the circumstances that led to this devastating accident.
Remembering Harrison Washington
Friends and family describe Harrison as a loving, caring, and devoted individual whose presence brightened the lives of those around him. He was deeply cherished by his loved ones and remembered for his kindness, generosity, and warm personality. Those who knew him speak of his unwavering support for family and friends and the positive impact he had on his community.
Harrison’s sudden passing has left a profound void in the lives of all who knew him. His memory will live on through the countless stories, shared laughter, and cherished moments he created with those around him.
As the Centralia community mourns, family and friends are coming together to honor Harrison’s life and legacy. They have expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support, prayers, and condolences received during this difficult time, and request continued privacy as they navigate their grief.
Funeral and memorial arrangements are expected to be announced in the coming days, providing an opportunity for loved ones and the wider community to pay tribute to a man remembered for his compassion, warmth, and the enduring impact he had on those who knew him.