47-Year-Old Jesse Hollandworth Faces Charges in Highway 179 Accident [Jefferson City, MO]

Jefferson City, MO (May 2, 2025) – Jesse Hollandworth, 47, of Linn, is facing charges following a Highway 179 accident early Thursday morning.

It was around 12:50 a.m. on May 1 when the collision happened near Merchants Drive.

According to the investigators, Hollandworth was driving a southbound 2005 Nissan Altima that went off the right side of the road and struck a 43-year-old male pedestrian from Jefferson City.

Troopers said the pedestrian who was walking on the west shoulder when the accident happened.

Immediately, the rescuers rushed the victim to University Hospital with serious injuries, but stable, condition.

Police said the Nissan was traveling at 45-50 miles per hour. 

Jesse Hollandworth charged with felony driving while intoxicated and two misdemeanors: Reckless driving and not having vehicle insurance. He is now booked at the Cole County Jail without bond.

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When we drive, we are all part of a larger community of people who share the road. We owe it to each other to drive responsibly, be alert, and respect the rights of others. Safe driving doesn’t just protect you—it protects your family, your neighbors, and even strangers on the road.

Together, we can reduce the number of traffic collisions and make our roads safer for everyone. Let’s drive carefully, stay aware, and take responsibility for our actions.

Drivers are reminded to exercise caution when passing vehicles, especially in challenging road conditions. We wish both individuals involved a full and speedy recovery.

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If you’re involved in a traffic accident, it’s essential to understand your rights and know what steps to take. Finding the right legal team to defend your interests allows you to focus on healing while they handle the complexities of your case. With our experienced attorneys on your side, victims and their families can find peace of mind knowing they are not alone in the pursuit of justice.

When someone fails to meet their duty of care, the consequences can be devastating. The resulting damages from physical injuries to emotional trauma, mental disabilities, and financial losses can be life-altering.

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