Dekalb, MO (October 24, 2024) – A vehicle accident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, resulting in moderate injuries. At approximately 4:03 p.m., emergency responders were alerted to the scene at the intersection of MO 31 and Stewart Road, located six miles south of King City.
Preliminary reports indicate that the accident involved two vehicles. A 2014 Chrysler Town and Country, driven by 38-year-old Sarah Ellsworth from Stanberry, MO, was traveling northbound on MO 31 behind a 1997 Ford F-250, driven by 41-year-old Joshua Billups from King City, MO. As the Ford F-250 slowed to make a right-hand turn, the Chrysler Town and Country struck the rear of the Ford.
The impact resulted in the Chrysler being declared a total loss and it was towed from the scene by US 36 Auto and Diesel. The Ford F-250 sustained minor damage and was driven from the scene by its driver.
Sarah Ellsworth sustained moderate injuries in the accident and was transported by Grand River EMS to Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph for medical evaluation and treatment. Fortunately, Joshua Billups was not reported to have sustained any injuries.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this injury accident.
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