Potosi, MO (March 10, 2026) – Seven people were taken to a local hospital after a two-vehicle crash on Sunday evening, March 8, on Highway 21 in the Potosi area. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop C, the crash occurred around 5:10 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 21 and Franklin Road.
Authorities said a Chevrolet Traverse had come to a stop in traffic while preparing to make a left turn when it was struck from behind by a Chevrolet Tahoe.
Three occupants of the Traverse, a 56-year-old man, a 22-year-old woman, and a 26-year-old woman, sustained minor injuries in the crash. All three were transported by ambulance to a hospital in Washington County for treatment.
The driver of the Tahoe, a 37-year-old man, suffered moderate injuries. Three juvenile passengers in the Tahoe, ages 7, 10, and 15, sustained minor injuries. They were transported to the same Washington County hospital by private vehicle.
Authorities have not released further details regarding the cause of the collision, and the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured as they receive medical care.
The Risk of Multiple Injuries in Rear-End Collisions
Rear-end crashes frequently occur when a following vehicle fails to slow down in time for traffic that is stopping or turning ahead. Intersections and areas where drivers prepare to make left turns are common locations for these types of accidents.
When a vehicle is struck from behind, the force of the impact can push the stopped vehicle forward and cause sudden movement for everyone inside. Even at moderate speeds, passengers may experience injuries such as whiplash, head trauma, or back injuries.
Crashes involving multiple passengers—especially families traveling together—can quickly lead to several injuries at once. Maintaining safe following distances and staying alert to turning vehicles ahead can help reduce the likelihood of rear-end collisions.
