Jefferson, MO (November 6, 2024) – A serious vehicle collision occurred on Monday afternoon at approximately 3:28 p.m. at the intersection of Southbound Highway 61 and Herky Horine Road. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of the incident, which involved two vehicles.
According to the investigation conducted by TPR. Benson, a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado was stopped on Herky Horine Road, preparing to travel east through the intersection. Simultaneously, a 2017 GMC Savana was traveling in the left lane of southbound US 61. The crash occurred when the driver of the Chevrolet failed to yield to the GMC, resulting in the Silverado entering the path of the Savana. The driver of the GMC attempted to avoid the collision, but the front of the GMC struck the left side of the Silverado.
The impact caused extensive damage to both vehicles, with the Chevrolet Silverado sustaining significant damage and being towed by private conveyance. The GMC Savana was declared a total loss and was towed to McCains Towing.
In terms of injuries, the driver of the GMC Savana, a 60-year-old male from Columbia, IL, sustained moderate injuries and was transported to Mercy Hospital-Jefferson via Joachim-Plattin Ambulance District. The driver of the Chevrolet, a 38-year-old male from Pevely, MO, was reported to have no injuries.
Our thoughts are with the individuals affected by this vehicle collision.
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