Ste. Genevieve, MO (September 18, 2025) – A morning crash on Interstate 55 left one driver injured and caused major delays near mile marker 141 in Ste. Genevieve County, according to reports from Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The collision took place around 6:45 a.m. in the southbound lanes of I-55. A 2006 Hyundai Elantra, driven by a 24-year-old man from Potosi, struck the rear of a 2014 Peterbilt commercial truck while both vehicles were traveling in the same direction. The impact caused significant damage to the Elantra, which had to be removed from the scene by Ste. Genevieve County Towing. The Peterbilt sustained only minor damage and was driven away.
First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated individuals hurt in the crash. The driver of the Hyundai suffered moderate injuries and was transported by Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance to Mercy Hospital South for further care. No injuries were reported from the commercial truck driver, a 67-year-old man from Ste. Genevieve.
Authorities with Troop C are continuing to investigate the exact cause of the accident. Weather and road conditions at the time of the crash have not been disclosed.
Our thoughts are with the injured driver as he recovers.
Rear-End Collisions on Missouri Interstates
Rear-end crashes are among the most common types of vehicle accidents on Missouri highways, particularly in early morning hours when visibility and alertness can be compromised. Interstate 55, which serves as a vital commercial and commuter route, sees a high volume of mixed traffic, including personal vehicles and large commercial trucks. These conditions often increase the risk of accidents when drivers follow too closely or fail to react in time.
In this particular crash near mile marker 141, a smaller passenger vehicle collided with the rear of a large commercial truck. Such incidents often result in more severe consequences for occupants of smaller vehicles due to the weight and structure difference between cars and heavy trucks. Even at lower speeds, the outcome can be serious, as shown by the injuries sustained by the 24-year-old driver.
For Missouri drivers, maintaining a safe following distance is critical, especially when traveling behind larger vehicles with longer stopping distances. Additionally, the use of properly functioning brake lights and signals becomes vital in preventing sudden, unexpected collisions.
Those injured in rear-end collisions may have the right to seek compensation for medical expenses, property damage, and other losses, especially if the crash involved hazardous driving behavior. Seeking medical attention immediately and obtaining a full accident report can aid significantly in any legal or insurance process that follows.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.
