A two-vehicle crash on Highway 50 in Pettis County late Tuesday night resulted in two fatalities, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. west of Monsees Road. A 1998 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by a 58-year-old man from Smithton, Missouri, crossed into oncoming traffic.
The Silverado collided head-on with a westbound 2021 Jeep Wrangler, operated by a 45-year-old woman from Green Ridge, Missouri. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. Emergency personnel declared them deceased at the scene at 11:42 p.m.
Both vehicles were deemed a total loss and removed by Don’s Towing. The Pettis County Sheriff’s Department provided assistance at the scene.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.