Accidents

Maraela A. Martin, 23, of Thayer, was transported by ambulance to Greater Regional Medical Center and Bongsoon Moreland, 63, of Afton was cited for failure to stop in assured clear distance after an accident 2:18 Jan. 4 on Highway 34.

According to a Union County Sheriff’s report, Moreland, who was driving a 2020 Subaru east on Highway 34 was preparing to turn left in to Thayer when Martin, who was also driving a 2005 Pontiac east, attempted to pass Moreland on the left as she turned. The front of Martin’s vehicle struck the front left side of Moreland’s. Martin was complaining of pain, was checked and subsequently transported to the hospital.

Estimated damage is $15,000 to Moreland’s vehicle and $5,000 to Martin’s vehicle.

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No citations were issued after an accident 9:30 p.m. Jan. 5 at Creston Community High School.

According to a Creston Police report, Ethan Michael Crawford, 16, of Creston, turned too sharp and his 2016 Nissan hit a parked 2008 Mercury.

Estimated damage is $1,400 to Crawford’s vehicle and $500 to the parked vehicle.