Willow Springs, MO – A Willow Springs woman was charged with DWI after being injured in a one-vehicle accident. The accident occurred late Thursday night, six miles north of Willow Springs on Highway 137 at 11:10 p.m. A Southbound 2008 Ford Taurus driven by Autumn Medcalf, 31 of Willow Springs, crossed the center of the roadway, running off the road and striking a tree.
Medcalf was charged with Driving While Intoxicated – Alcohol, Driving while Suspended, Careless and Imprudent Driving resulting in a Crash and No Seatbelt. Medcalf was flown by AirEvac to Mercy Hospital in Springfield for treatment of serious injuries. The vehicle was totaled.
This crash was investigated by Trooper J. J. Smith with the assistance of Sgt. S. Foster and Cpl. J. Cunningham of Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop G.
