The driver of a Honda CRV was injured during a collision Monday afternoon, in Council Bluffs. According to Bluffs Police, the accident happened at around 3:10-p.m.. Authorities say a 2020 Mack Semi hauling a loaded dump trailer was westbound on Vets Hwy. An eastbound 2016 Honda CRV was preparing to make a left turn to go northbound on S 24th Street. Preliminary investigation revealed the traffic light was yellow when both vehicles entered the intersection and the Honda turned in front of the semi causing the collision.

The driver of the Honda was transported to an area hospital with life–threatening injuries. There were no other injuries reported. The Council Bluffs Traffic Unit is investigating the crash. The names of the drivers involved were not released as of late Monday evening.