Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 60 Results in Injuries [Mountain View, MO]

Mountain View, MO (March 9, 2026) — On Sunday morning, 2 Missouri drivers suffered injuries following a two-vehicle crash on Highway 60.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the frightening collision happened at the intersection with Highway 17 near Mountain View in Howell County.

Reports say that a 73-year-old man from Birch Tree was driving a 2012 Jeep Compass westbound on U.S. 60 when a 2009 Honda Civic attempted to cross the highway from Highway 17. The Jeep struck the Civic during the crossing.

The impact left the Birch Tree driver with moderate injuries. Emergency responders transported him by ambulance to Ozark Healthcare in West Plains for treatment.

The Civic driver, a 20-year-old man from Eminence, sustained minor injuries. Paramedics also took him by ambulance to Mercy St. Francis Hospital in Mountain View.

Authorities reported that both drivers were wearing safety restraints at the time of the crash. Officials continue to document the incident.

Let’s Drive Safer Together

High-speed crashes can occur in the blink of an eye, but so many are preventable with small, intelligent decisions. Pay attention, don’t get distracted (say, by texting) and never drive after drinking. As ever – obey speed limits, buckle up and keep plenty of room between yourself and other vehicles. These are small enough measures to save lives — including your own.

We can all take steps to help keep our roads safe for ourselves, our families and our communities.

Intersections on busy highways can be especially dangerous when drivers attempt to cross or merge into fast-moving traffic. Motorists should approach intersections cautiously, check for oncoming vehicles, and allow enough time and space to cross safely to prevent serious collisions. 🚗⚠️

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