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Blue Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Two-Vehicle Crash Reported on Highway 50 in Johnson County
Raytown man injured after vehicle was struck while attempting to cross eastbound lanes
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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A two-vehicle collision occurred on Highway 50 in Johnson County, Missouri on Thursday, February 12th. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, an 87-year-old Blue Springs man was attempting to cross the eastbound lanes when his vehicle was struck from behind by a 22-year-old Raytown man who failed to yield. The Raytown man was transported to a local hospital with moderate injuries, while the other driver was unharmed.
Why it matters
Highway 50 is a major thoroughfare in the region, and collisions on this road can cause significant traffic delays and safety concerns for drivers. This incident highlights the importance of attentive driving and yielding the right-of-way, especially at intersections and highway crossings.
The details
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the collision occurred at 12:31 pm on Thursday, February 12th. An 87-year-old Blue Springs man was attempting to cross the eastbound lanes of Highway 50 when his vehicle was struck from behind by a 22-year-old Raytown man who failed to yield. The Raytown man was transported to Western Missouri Medical Center with moderate injuries, while the Blue Springs driver was unharmed.
- The collision occurred at 12:31 pm on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
The players
87-year-old Blue Springs man
The driver of the vehicle that was attempting to cross the eastbound lanes of Highway 50 when the collision occurred.
22-year-old Raytown man
The driver of the vehicle that struck the Blue Springs man's vehicle from behind after failing to yield.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the need for all drivers to remain vigilant, obey traffic laws, and yield the right-of-way, especially at highway crossings and intersections, in order to prevent serious collisions and protect the safety of all motorists.
