Chaotic 6-Car Collision on Interstate 270 Results in Injuries [St. Louis, MO]

St. Louis, MO (August 7, 2026) — On Thursday morning, 2 people were hurt after a six-vehicle collision on Interstate 270 near Interstate 70 in St. Louis.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that the crash happened around 11 a.m. Emergency crews from the Pattonville, Maryland Heights, and Robertson fire districts responded to the scene.

Authorities said two people suffered minor injuries. During the emergency response, first responders temporarily blocked all southbound lanes before reopening the roadway.

Officials urged motorists to use alternate routes while crews cleared the scene. The cause of the crash has not been released.

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