Clay Co, MO (February 20, 2026) – A three-vehicle crash with injuries was reported Thursday morning along Interstate 35 southbound at the 6 mile marker in Clay County. The collision occurred at approximately 7:55 a.m. on Thursday, February 19, during the morning commute.
According to available information, a 2023 Nissan Rogue struck the rear of a 2016 Mazda CX-5 while traveling south. The impact caused the Mazda to hit a concrete barrier. The Nissan then continued forward and also struck the rear of a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado.
The Nissan and the Mazda both sustained total damage and were towed from the scene. The Chevrolet Silverado sustained moderate damage and was driven away. All three vehicles were traveling southbound at the time of the crash.
A 41-year-old woman from Kansas City, Missouri, who was driving the Mazda, and a 51-year-old woman from Liberty, Missouri, who was driving the Nissan, were taken to a local hospital with injuries. The 40-year-old man driving the Chevrolet Silverado was not listed as injured.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
How Rear-End Collisions on I-35 Can Lead to Barrier Impacts?
Rear-end crashes are among the most common types of highway accidents, especially on busy routes like Interstate 35 through Clay County. During peak travel times, traffic can slow suddenly due to congestion, lane changes, or merging vehicles. When drivers do not have enough following distance, even a brief slowdown can result in a chain-reaction collision.
In some cases, the initial impact pushes a vehicle into a fixed object, such as a concrete barrier. Barrier strikes can increase the severity of a crash because the vehicle absorbs force from multiple directions. This can lead to heavier damage and a higher chance of injury, even when seat belts are used.
Maintaining a safe gap between vehicles and staying alert to changing traffic patterns can help reduce the risk of rear-end crashes. On high-speed interstates, extra reaction time can make a significant difference in preventing multi-vehicle accidents and limiting injuries.
