Jefferson County, MO (October 12, 2024) – A multi-vehicle accident occurred on Wednesday morning at approximately 7:33 AM at the intersection of Westbound Highway 30 and Little Brennan Road. The incident prompted a response from local authorities, including MSGT E. R. Kessler and other emergency services.
According to preliminary reports, the accident involved three vehicles. A 2019 International box truck, driven by 51-year-old Jeffery Yates from Valmeyer, IL, was traveling westbound on Highway 30. The second vehicle, a 2019 Honda Civic, was driven by 49-year-old Kandra Morgan from St. Louis, MO, who was traveling southbound on Little Brennan Road. The third vehicle, a 2004 Chevrolet 1500, was driven by 41-year-old Kerry Allen from Fenton, MO, heading eastbound on Highway 30.
The incident unfolded when the driver of the International box truck failed to stop at a red light, colliding with the Honda Civic. Following the initial impact, the box truck crossed the median and struck the Chevrolet 1500. The Honda Civic sustained total damage and was towed by Miners Towing, while the Chevrolet 1500 suffered minor damage and was driven from the scene.
Kandra Morgan, the driver of the Honda Civic, sustained moderate injuries and was transported by North Jefferson County Ambulance to Mercy Hospital South for medical treatment. Fortunately, both Jeffery Yates and Kerry Allen were reported to be wearing safety devices at the time of the accident.
Our thoughts are with those affected by this unfortunate incident.
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