DeKalb County, MO (September 4, 2025) – A two-vehicle crash on Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of eastbound US 36 and Route M resulted in injuries to both drivers and extensive vehicle damage. The collision occurred around 3:55 p.m. and was investigated by Trooper M.S. Cline of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Troop H.
According to the official crash report, the incident happened when a 2025 Jeep Wrangler, traveling northbound on Route M, failed to yield to a 2025 Toyota traveling eastbound on US 36. The Toyota struck the Jeep, causing both vehicles to come to a rest in opposing directions—Vehicle 1 (Jeep) facing west, and Vehicle 2 (Toyota) facing east—in the roadway.
Both vehicles sustained total damage and were towed from the scene. US 36 Auto and Diesel removed the Toyota, while Scotty’s Towing assisted with the Jeep.
The drivers, a 56-year-old man from Maysville and a 48-year-old woman from Cameron, were both wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. They sustained minor injuries and were transported by Clinton DeKalb EMS to a medical facility in Cameron for further evaluation.
Assistance at the scene was provided by CPL V.P. Wiley (692). Authorities have not released any information regarding citations, and the crash remains under investigation.
We are relieved that no serious injuries were reported and wish both drivers a smooth and full recovery.
Failure-to-Yield Crashes in Missouri
Failure-to-yield crashes are among the most common causes of intersection collisions across Missouri, often resulting in significant damage and injury—even when drivers are properly restrained. In Tuesday’s crash at US 36 and Route M in DeKalb County, the failure to yield right-of-way at a high-speed crossing led to a T-bone-style impact and sent both vehicles into opposite directions on the roadway.
US 36 is a heavily traveled east-west highway, often used by commuters and commercial drivers. Route M, which intersects it at a non-controlled crossing in rural DeKalb County, can pose visibility challenges for drivers unfamiliar with the speed or flow of highway traffic. These types of rural intersection crashes often occur because of misjudged gaps or lack of proper signage.
According to Missouri crash data, intersections involving rural highways and local routes are disproportionately represented in serious and fatal collisions. This is partly due to the high speeds permitted on highways and the absence of traffic signals or acceleration lanes at crossing points.
Though both drivers in this crash were fortunate to escape with minor injuries, collisions at these types of junctions can quickly escalate in severity. In some cases, victims face long-term consequences, including physical therapy, work disruptions, and financial complications related to medical bills and vehicle loss.
If you’ve been injured in a crash caused by a failure to yield, it’s important to have access to clear, timely documentation and support resources. Local Accident Reports can provide you with a free official crash report and guide you toward the tools needed to move forward with your recovery. Contact us today to request your report and get the assistance you deserve.
