St. Louis, MO (February 25, 2026) – One person was injured on Sunday evening in a three-vehicle crash on eastbound I-70 at MO-141 in St. Louis. Emergency units responded to the scene around 6:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a collision involving multiple vehicles.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a Chevrolet Avalanche had become disabled and was stopped in the roadway. A Tesla Model 3 traveling behind the disabled vehicle swerved to avoid it but struck the rear of the disabled vehicle. A Honda Pilot then slowed but was unable to stop in time and crashed into the back of the disabled vehicle.
Following the collisions, the Chevrolet Avalanche left the roadway and struck a guardrail. The 32-year-old driver of the Honda Pilot suffered minor injuries and was taken to SSM Health DePaul Hospital for treatment. The other drivers were not reported 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 the injured person as they receive medical care.
Why Disabled Vehicles on Highways Can Lead to Chain-Reaction Crashes
Disabled vehicles stopped in traffic lanes can create sudden hazards for approaching drivers. When vehicles appear unexpectedly, drivers may not have enough time or space to slow down safely. This can result in multiple vehicles becoming involved in a crash.
Drivers often try to swerve or brake quickly to avoid stopped vehicles. These sudden movements increase the chance of losing control or colliding with other nearby vehicles. High speeds on highways make these situations more dangerous.
Moving disabled vehicles off the roadway when possible and using hazard lights can help alert other drivers. Staying alert and maintaining safe following distances can also help reduce the risk of chain-reaction crashes.
