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A red Chevrolet Corvette leaving a motorcycle rally in Portage Des Sioux, Missouri, lost control on Saturday afternoon, October 4, 2025 (local time) and crashed into several parked motorcycles.
Witnesses reported the driver had been doing burnouts as he exited the event area before the vehicle fish-tailed and struck the bikes.
The scene briefly disrupted traffic and foot movement around the riverfront venue as onlookers assisted and emergency responders arrived.
Where It Happened
The crash occurred near the Longshot Marina Tiki Bar & Saloon along the Mississippi River—the hub for the weekend’s Rat Run festivities, which bring together bikers, hot-rod enthusiasts, stunt teams, food vendors, and live music.
Saturday’s program featured a car show and stunt exhibitions, with the motorcycle-centric Rat Run capstone scheduled for Sunday.
Injuries And Damage
Officials and event staff confirmed one man was injured and taken for medical evaluation. The 24-year-old driver of the borrowed Corvette was not hurt.
Multiple motorcycles sustained significant damage, with parts strewn across the edge of the lot. Organizers and insurers are coordinating with owners to document the extent of the losses while authorities finalize reports.
Investigation Status
St. Charles County investigators are reviewing witness statements and video to reconstruct the sequence of events—particularly the reported burnouts before loss of control.
Any citations or charges will be determined after the evidence review and interviews are complete.
Attendees with clear footage are encouraged to share it with investigators to help verify the number of impacted motorcycles and the exact path of the Corvette prior to impact.
Event Status
Despite the incident, the rally’s Sunday schedule proceeded as planned. Organizers emphasized crowd-safe departures, marshalled exit lanes, and more visible no-stunt zones close to pedestrian areas.
The Rat Run remains a long-running riverfront tradition, and the team reiterated that showboating near crowds is strictly prohibited.
By The Numbers (Quick Facts)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Saturday, October 4, 2025 (afternoon, local CT) |
| Location | Portage Des Sioux, MO — Longshot Marina Tiki Bar & Saloon area |
| Event | Rat Run weekend (car show Saturday; motorcycle events Sunday) |
| Vehicle | Red Chevrolet Corvette (borrowed) |
| Driver | Male, 24 (uninjured) |
| Pre-Crash Action | Reported burnouts while exiting |
| Motorcycles Damaged | Several (assessment ongoing) |
| Injuries | One man injured (hospital evaluation) |
| Event Continuation | Sunday program proceeded with added safety emphasis |
| Investigation | Active — reviewing videos & statements |
Safety Takeaways For Riders, Drivers, And Organizers
High-energy rallies pack people, bikes, and cars into tight corridors.
To reduce risk, participants should avoid burnouts or high-rev antics anywhere near pedestrians or parked vehicles, and follow marshals’ directions when entering or exiting.
Organizers can further harden safety by staggering departures, using cone-defined exit lanes, and positioning stunt activities well away from parking and foot-traffic zones.
A 24-year-old in a borrowed red Corvette performing burnouts lost control and plowed into multiple motorcycles during the Portage Des Sioux rally, injuring one and causing notable property damage.
Thanks to quick response and tightened crowd-safety protocols, the Rat Run continued the next day.
The incident is a sharp reminder: keep performance driving out of public crowd zones, and prioritize disciplined, marshalled exits at large automotive and motorcycle events.