Springfield, MO (January 11, 2026) – Emergency crews responded to an injury crash on Saturday afternoon on East Southern Hills Blvd in Springfield, prompting traffic delays and a safety advisory in the area.
The incident occurred just after 12:00 p.m., leading authorities to issue a warning for drivers to be prepared to stop while crews worked at the scene. Initial reports indicated that the crash involved multiple vehicles and resulted in at least one person sustaining injuries.
Medical personnel treated the injured at the scene, and at least one individual was transported to a nearby hospital for further care. The extent of injuries has not been released, but responders confirmed that emergency transport was necessary.
Traffic along East Southern Hills Blvd was temporarily disrupted as officials managed the scene and cleared the roadway of debris and damaged vehicles. Tow services were called in to assist.
The Springfield Police Department is investigating the cause of the collision and has not released further details as of Saturday afternoon.
We extend our well wishes to those injured in the crash and hope for a smooth and complete recovery.
