Two Semi-Truck Drivers Killed In Head-On Collision On I-70

Quick Facts:

Where: Interstate 70 near State Highway T west of Concordia, MO

What Happened: Two semi-truck drivers were killed in a head-on collision

Participants:

• 65-Year-Old 2020 Volvo Semi-Truck Driver
• 58-Year-Old 2023 Volvo Semi-Truck Driver
• 54-Year-Old Semi-Truck Driver

Reported Injuries/Fatalities:

• 65-Year-Old Man, Fatality
• 58-Year-Old Man, Fatality

Details:

A 65-year-old man from Belton, SC and a 58-year-old man from West Minister, CO were killed following a head-on collision between their two semi-trucks on Interstate 70 near State Highway T west of Concordia, MO. Missouri State Highway Patrol states the collision occurred around 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 7, 2025, when the westbound 2020 Volvo Semi crossed the median into the eastbound lanes, colliding with the 2023 Volvo Semi. A Third semi-truck was also involved, but authorities are uncertain as to its involvement. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.