Jasper, MO (October 28, 2024) – A serious vehicle collision occurred late last night on MO 171, approximately three miles north of Asbury, resulting in injuries. At around 11:45 PM, emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of the crash involving a passenger vehicle and a bus.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the accident involved a 2024 Honda Accord and a 2014 Prevost H3-45 bus. The Honda Accord, driven by 22-year-old Angel F. Cortes Sierra from Webb City, MO, reportedly crossed the centerline, leading to a collision with the bus, which was traveling southbound. The impact struck the driver’s side of the bus.
Emergency services transported Cortes Sierra to Mercy Hospital in Joplin for treatment of moderate injuries. The bus driver, 73-year-old Michael L. Kern from Ozark, MO, was also present at the scene; however, there were no reports of injuries from the bus driver.
Both vehicles sustained significant damage, with the Honda Accord being declared a total loss and the bus suffering extensive damage. The Honda was towed by J & J Towing of Carl Junction, while the bus was towed by S & S Towing of Jasper.
Our thoughts are with those involved in this unfortunate incident, and we wish for a swift recovery for the injured.
Vehicle Collisions in Missouri
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