Jefferson County, MO (August 25, 2026) – A 67-year-old woman died on Sunday afternoon, August 23, after a rear-end crash on northbound Missouri Route 21 south of Yellow Rock Road. The collision occurred at approximately 2:24 p.m.
According to the crash report, a 2012 Nissan Altima was following a 2019 Can-Am Spyder when the Nissan struck the rear of the three-wheeled motorcycle. Both vehicles had been traveling north.
The impact ejected the Can-Am driver. She was taken to Mercy Hospital Jefferson, where she was pronounced dead at approximately 4:00 p.m. The Can-Am was totaled, while the Nissan sustained moderate damage.
The collision remains under review. We extend our sincere condolences to the woman’s family and loved ones.
Understanding Rear-End Crash Risks for Three-Wheel Motorcyclists
Three-wheeled motorcycles provide less protection from the elements than passenger vehicles. A rear impact can suddenly push the vehicle forward and throw the rider from the seat.
Ejection may expose a rider to additional contact with the roadway, another vehicle, or nearby objects. Head, chest, spinal, and limb injuries can become especially severe when more than one impact occurs.
Travel speed, following distance, impact force, rider position, and protective equipment can all affect injury severity. Even when a rider uses safety equipment, a strong rear-end collision can generate forces the body may struggle to withstand.
