Utah County, UT (June 6, 2026) – Two people were badly hurt and airlifted to a hospital after a head-on collision on US-6 near Sheep Creek when a Ford F-350 driver attempted to turn around on a two-lane highway.
The crash was reported on Friday, June 5. Witnesses told investigators the truck traveled in the wrong lane for about 150 feet before meeting a Chevy Cruze traveling westbound; both drivers swerved off the north side of the roadway in an attempt to avoid contact.
Both occupants of the Chevy Cruze were flown to a hospital with very serious, possibly life-threatening injuries. The driver of the Ford F-350 was not taken to a hospital. Troopers are continuing to review what led to the head-on collision.
We extend our sincere wishes for recovery to those hurt in the roadway impact.
What Is Reviewed After Wrong-Lane Highway Head-On Situations
When two vehicles meet in opposing directions on a highway, investigators typically examine travel paths, lane position, and driver decision-making leading up to the point of contact. Roadway markings, tire traces, and vehicle damage patterns can help reconstruct movement before the vehicles came together.
Factors like lighting, weather, and roadway design are also reviewed to understand visibility and reaction time. In some cases, witness accounts and nearby camera footage provide additional clarity about how each vehicle was positioned in the moments before the roadway contact occurred.
In the investigation process, speed differences and sudden maneuvers, such as abrupt turns or lane deviations, are considered. These findings help clarify how drivers entered opposing lanes and how limited reaction time contributed to the outcome.
