ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY, MO – One person was transported to the hospital following a two-car in St. Francois Friday morning.
According to an official accident report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred within the westbound lanes of M0-32 at Chat Road.
Officials believe the crash happened when the 89-year-old driver of a 2012 GMC Terrain crossed in front of a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado as they were traveling through the intersection with Roper Drive.
The occupant inside the Silverado, 79-year-old Nellie Wells, was transported to Parkland Health Center South to be treated for moderate injuries. Details regarding her condition remain unknown at this time.
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