Randolph County, MO (August 31, 2026) – Two men were injured in a crash Saturday, August 29, on Route A about three miles south of Higbee in Randolph County.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 53-year-old Higbee man was driving a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado northbound when the truck ran off the left side of the roadway and struck a mailbox. The Silverado then collided with a 2011 Ford E-150 as it was exiting a driveway, causing the van to overturn.
The Silverado driver, who was not wearing a safety device, suffered moderate injuries. The 64-year-old driver of the Ford sustained serious injuries. Both men were transported by Randolph County Ambulance to Moberly Regional Medical Center.
The Chevrolet Silverado was totaled, while the Ford E-150 sustained extensive damage. The Randolph County Sheriff’s Department and Westran Fire Department assisted at the scene.
Our thoughts are with both injured men and their loved ones. We wish them a full and steady recovery.
What Should Drivers Know About Vehicles Entering or Leaving Driveways?
Driveways can create unexpected conflicts because vehicles may enter the roadway from a stopped position while other traffic is approaching. Drivers traveling along rural roads should watch for driveways and be prepared for vehicles to emerge or turn across their path. Reducing speed and scanning the roadside can provide additional time to respond.
Drivers leaving a driveway should come to a complete stop when necessary and check carefully in both directions before entering the roadway. Large vehicles, vegetation, parked cars, or other roadside features can make it harder to see approaching traffic. Taking an extra moment to confirm that the path is clear can help prevent a collision.
Objects near the edge of the roadway can also become hazards when a vehicle leaves its lane. If a driver begins drifting off the pavement, sudden steering corrections can make it harder to maintain control. Staying calm, easing off the accelerator, and gradually returning to the roadway when conditions allow can help reduce the risk of a secondary collision.
