USDOT boss says semi driver caught on video going wrong way on Missouri highway was placed out-of-service
A commercial driver seen on video traveling the wrong direction on a Missouri highway has been placed out-of-service, according to the head of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
The out-of-service designation means the driver was not allowed to continue operating a commercial vehicle at the time of the enforcement action. USDOT leadership referenced the video in discussing the incident and the response.
Wrong-way incidents involving large trucks draw heightened attention because of the extreme risk of head-on crashes at highway speeds. Even brief wrong-way travel can leave other motorists and professional drivers with little time or space to react.
The public response from USDOT leadership also highlights how quickly roadside events can become widely visible. In many cases, dashcam and bystander videos bring immediate scrutiny to driver decision-making and enforcement follow-up.
No additional details were provided in the information released, including how the truck entered the roadway going the wrong way, whether a crash occurred, or what further consequences the driver or carrier may face.