Teen Driver Crash Highlights Seatbelt Risk | Jefferson City News

A teen driver lost control of a Toyota Corolla on Enochs Knob Road, causing a violent crash that flipped the car and sent it crashing into a tree. The 16-year-old driver suffered severe injuries and was airlifted to a children’s hospital, while a 17-year-old passenger and an infant sustained moderate injuries. Both teens were not wearing seatbelts — a critical safety lapse that underscores how fast things can turn deadly on the road. This tragic incident is a sobering reminder: always buckle up, no matter the distance or familiarity with the route. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/836429f49f7afb8c