2-Car Collision on Route B Results in Injuries [Cole County, MO]

Cole County, MO (June 5, 2025) — Two people sustained serious injuries Wednesday morning after a 2-vehicle collision on Route B, involving an SUV colliding with a semi-truck.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 11:50 a.m. on Route B south of Spring Ridge Road. Investigators said a 67-year-old woman driving a 2020 Honda CR-V attempted to turn onto Route B and entered the path of an oncoming 2018 Freightliner Cascadia semi-truck.

The Honda driver and her 66-year-old passenger, both from Meta, suffered serious injuries in the collision. Emergency crews airlifted both victims to University Hospital in Columbia for treatment.

Authorities reported that neither occupant of the SUV was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. The 71-year-old semi-truck driver was not injured.

The incident remains under investigation.

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Traffic collisions can happen anytime, but their impact lasts a lifetime. Stay alert, avoid distractions, and never drive under the influence. Always wear your seatbelt, obey speed limits, and be mindful of pedestrians and cyclists. Keep a safe distance between vehicles and adjust your speed for road conditions.

Seat belts remain one of the most effective safety features in a vehicle and can significantly reduce the risk of serious injury during a crash. Drivers and passengers should always buckle up and use extra caution when turning across oncoming traffic.

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