Feb 09, 2023

Missouri semi driver dies after I-70 semi crash

Posted Feb 09, 2023 9:00 AM

LAFAYETTE COUNTY—One person died in an accident just after 6a.m. Wednesday in Lafayette County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Freightliner semi driven by Anthony D. Meunier, 39, Oak Grove, was westbound on Interstate 70 just west of the Rout M exit.

The semi struck a 2018 Freightliner semi driven by John K. Cullett, 60, Lincoln, Illinois, who was stopped in traffic due to a previous crash.

Meunier was pronounced dead at the scene. SNI Valley EMS transported Cullett to CenterPointe Medical Center. Meunier was not wearing a seat belt, according to the MSHP.