Kingston, IL (May 1, 2026) – Six people were hurt Thursday afternoon, April 30, after a two-vehicle rollover accident at the intersection of Pleasant Hill Road and Base Line Road in Kingston.
Deputies responded to the crash scene shortly after 4 p.m. following reports of injuries. Investigators said a white Chevrolet Silverado, driven by 72-year-old Douglas Corson, traveling southbound, failed to yield at a stop sign before being hit on the passenger side by a gray Chevrolet Tahoe traveling westbound through the intersection.
A passenger in the Silverado was identified as 44-year-old Marcus A. Corson. Six people involved in the collision were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Additional details about their conditions were not released.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our thoughts are with those affected as they continue to recover.
How Failure-to-Yield Crashes Lead to Serious Intersection Accidents
Failure-to-yield crashes are common at rural and suburban intersections where traffic may move at higher speeds. Drivers approaching stop signs are expected to wait until the roadway is clear before entering or crossing traffic lanes. When a vehicle pulls into the path of another car, side-impact collisions can occur with little time for either driver to react.
Rollover accidents happen especially when larger vehicles like SUVs or pickup trucks are involved. The force of the crash can cause a vehicle to tip or rotate, increasing the chance of injuries for those inside. Investigators often review vehicle positions, traffic signs, and witness statements to better understand how the collision occurred and whether roadway conditions played a part.
