Christian, MO (January 9, 2026) – A two-vehicle crash on US-60 at Bluebell Rd in Christian County left one man injured on Thursday morning after a pickup crossed into oncoming traffic and struck another vehicle.
The collision happened around 7:50 a.m. on January 8. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 2002 Dodge Ram heading eastbound crossed the center line and collided with a 2025 Chevrolet Equinox traveling westbound. The Equinox sustained moderate damage and had to be towed from the scene by Missouri Roadside and Recovery, while the Dodge Ram had only minor damage and was able to be driven away.
The 50-year-old driver of the Equinox, a man from Aurora, was wearing a seat belt and suffered injuries in the crash. He was transported by EMS to Cox South Hospital for treatment. The 66-year-old Cape Fair man behind the wheel of the Dodge Ram was not wearing a safety device, but was not injured.
Trooper A.K. Smock of Troop D is leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Authorities have not yet determined why the Dodge crossed into the opposite lane.
Our thoughts are with the injured driver, and we hope for a smooth and speedy recovery.
