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Two-Vehicle Crash Near Springfield Sends One to the Hospital
A two-vehicle collision occurred on June 29, 2025, along U.S. Highway 266, approximately one mile west of Springfield, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Authorities say a teenager from Willard was driving a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado when the vehicle crossed the centerline. A 49-year-old woman from Carl Junction, Missouri, attempted to avoid the oncoming truck by veering off the roadway into a ditch. Despite her efforts, the Silverado collided with her vehicle.
The woman sustained moderate injuries and was transported to Mercy Hospital in Springfield for treatment. The teen driver reported only minor injuries.