77-year-old driver injured after crashing into tree in Franklin County

NEW HAVEN, MO – A 77-year-old Gerald driver was injured after crashing his 2008 Ford Ranger into a tree on Venue Lane on Tuesday morning.

According to Missouri State Highway Patrol, Michael J. Bowen was traveling south on Venue Lane when his Ford traveled off the right side of the road. The Ford traveled across a private drive and hit a tree. MSHP reports the crash happened at 114 Venue Lane near Highway 185 around 11:14 a.m.

Bowen was transported to Mercy Hospital Washington for minor injuries. She was wearing a seat belt.

The Ford sustained extensive damages.

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