Travis Guariglia, a 35-year-old Ballwin resident, was driving northbound on Interstate 270 Tuesday evening when he failed to observe a 2006 International truck and hit it with his car, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The accident happened north of Olive Boulevard at 6:50 p.m.

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The other driver was Daniel Vitale, a 58-year-old Wentzville resident.

Guariglia was taken to Mercy Hospital by a Creve Coeur Fire Protection emergency crew for minor injuries. He was not wearing a seat belt.

Vitale was wearing a seat belt, and did not sustain injuries, according to the report.

Guarigilia's 2013 Chevrolet Impala was totaled and towed from the scene. Vitale drove his truck from the incident.