St. Louis, MO (November 1, 2024) – A significant vehicle collision occurred on Southbound Interstate 270, just south of MO 370, at approximately 3:30 p.m. on October 31, 2024. The incident prompted a response from local law enforcement and emergency services.
Preliminary investigations revealed that a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, driven by a 59-year-old male from Arnold, MO, was stopped in lane four of Southbound Interstate 270. A 2008 Honda CR-V, driven by a 38-year-old female from St. Charles, MO, was traveling in the same lane behind the Chevrolet when it struck the rear of the stopped vehicle. Reports indicate that the driver of the Honda was traveling too fast for the conditions at the time of the accident.
Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene. The driver of the Chevrolet Cruze sustained serious injuries and was transported to Mercy Hospital St. Louis by Robertson Fire and Protection District. The driver of the Honda CR-V suffered moderate injuries and was taken to Mercy Hospital St. Louis by Hazelwood Fire and EMS.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision, and the area was temporarily blocked off to facilitate the response and investigation.
Our thoughts are with those injured in this incident as they begin their recovery.
Vehicle Accidents in Missouri
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