West Plains, MO. – A crash has occurred on the afternoon of November 25th, leading to the totaling of the vehicle, and the injury of the juvenile driver.
This crash happened at roughly 1:35pm. A 17-year-old female from West Plains was driving a 2004 Highlander on Route CC Eastbound, when they attempted to avoid an animal in the roadway. This caused them to run off the road and strike a culvert.
The driver sustained minor injuries and was transported to Ozarks Healthcare for treatment. She was wearing her safety device.
This accident was investigated by Trooper A.K. Falterman of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Troop G.