An Independence resident sustained moderate injuries in a traffic crash in Lafayette County on Thursday.
A report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol says the crash occurred as an eastbound vehicle, driven by 36-year-old Mark Conn, reportedly traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a telephone pole.
Conn, who reportedly was not wearing a seat belt, was transported by E.M.S. to I-70 Medical Center for treatment.
The crash happened at 4:30 p.m. at the 60.2 mile marker on I-70.