Car Strikes Tree Along U.S. 50 Outside Montserrat

Raymore woman suffers moderate injuries in accident

Mar. 26, 2026 at 6:31pm

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A 44-year-old woman from Raymore, Missouri suffered moderate injuries after her car left the westbound lanes of U.S. Route 50 and struck a tree in Johnson County on Wednesday, March 25. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the incident occurred around 3:40 p.m. before the intersection with Route P outside the town of Montserrat.

Why it matters

This crash highlights the importance of seat belt usage, as the Patrol noted the driver was not wearing her seatbelt at the time of the accident. U.S. Route 50 is a major highway connecting Kansas City to other parts of Missouri, so any incidents that disrupt traffic flow can have wider impacts.

The details

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 44-year-old Raymore woman was driving westbound on U.S. Route 50 when her car left the roadway and struck a tree. She was transported to a Kansas City area hospital for treatment of moderate injuries sustained in the crash.

  • The incident occurred around 3:40 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

The players

Missouri State Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the crash.

44-year-old Raymore woman

The driver of the vehicle that struck the tree, who suffered moderate injuries in the accident.

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The takeaway

This accident underscores the importance of safe driving practices, including wearing a seatbelt, to prevent serious injuries on Missouri's highways. Incidents like this can also disrupt traffic flow along major routes, highlighting the need for caution and vigilance by all drivers.