Dixon, MO (September 8, 2026) – Two people were injured Sunday, September 6, after a pickup struck a utility vehicle on MO-133 about two miles north of Dixon. The crash occurred at about 1:20 p.m. in Maries County.
A 2025 Polaris Ranger was turning right onto a county road when a southbound 2016 Ram 1500 struck its rear. The Polaris then left the right side of the roadway and hit a fence.
The 23-year-old Polaris driver from Dixon had moderate injuries and was taken to SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Jefferson City. A 24-year-old female passenger from Westphalia also had moderate injuries and was taken to the same hospital.
According to the report, neither person in the Polaris was wearing safety devices. The Ram driver, a 22-year-old man from St. Robert, was not listed with injuries.
The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation. We hope both injured people recover fully.
Why Are Rear-End Crashes Common at Rural Intersections?
Rear-end collisions can occur when one vehicle slows or turns and the following driver does not stop in time. Rural roads may have fewer traffic controls and longer stretches of roadway, which can make speed changes less expected. Drivers should watch for turn signals, intersections, driveways, and vehicles preparing to leave the main road.
Leaving enough following distance gives motorists more time to react. This is especially helpful when traveling behind larger vehicles that can block a driver’s view of traffic ahead. Drivers should also reduce speed when approaching intersections or turns and remain alert for vehicles entering or leaving county roads. Seat belts and other safety equipment can provide added protection in a collision.
