FESTUS, Mo. (Oct. 9, 2025) — A two-vehicle collision Thursday morning on Highway 67 north of Montauk Drive left one driver with minor injuries, according to Missouri authorities.

The crash occurred around 8:15 a.m. when the driver of a 2014 Honda Ridgeline pulled into the path of a northbound 2024 Chevrolet Traverse, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported.

The Ridgeline, driven by a 67-year-old man from Mill Spring, sustained moderate damage. He was wearing a seat belt and was transported by Joachim-Plattin Ambulance to Mercy Hospital Jefferson with minor injuries.

The Traverse, driven by a 46-year-old woman from Arnold, was also traveling northbound and was unable to avoid the crash. She was uninjured and was also wearing a seat belt. Her vehicle was totaled.

Both vehicles were towed from the scene by Miners Towing.

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