Washington, MO (November 7, 2024) – A tragic multi-vehicle accident occurred on MO-21 near Flamewood Road on the morning of November 6, 2024, resulting in serious injuries and one fatality. At approximately 11:20 AM, emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of a collision involving three vehicles.
Preliminary investigations indicate that a 2008 Mercedes GL-Class, driven by a 48-year-old male from Irondale, MO, was traveling northbound on Missouri 21. The driver of the Mercedes, for reasons that are still under investigation, crossed the center line and struck the front of a southbound 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The impact caused the Mercedes to return to the northbound lane, where it was subsequently struck on the right side by a 2008 Ford F150, also traveling northbound.
The driver of the Chevrolet Traverse, a 59-year-old female from Potosi, MO, tragically succumbed to her injuries at the scene, as pronounced by EMS personnel shortly after the accident. The other occupants of the Mercedes, a 34-year-old female and a 37-year-old male, both sustained serious injuries and were transported to Mercy Hospital South for medical treatment. The driver of the Ford F150, a 21-year-old female from Bonne Terre, MO, suffered moderate injuries and was also taken to the hospital.
Emergency services, including the Washington County Ambulance, responded swiftly to the scene, providing aid and transporting those injured to local hospitals. The roadway was temporarily closed to facilitate the investigation and clearing of the vehicles involved.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.
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