Two Receive Injuries on Route 148

Two people received injuries in a wreck four miles north of Maryville on 148 Friday evening. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that a 2004 Pontiac Vibe drived by Kelsey Gehlhaar (20) of Humeston (IA) and a 2015 Dodge Durango driven by Kathy Brown (33) of Maryville were southbound on 148 at around 6:17 pm.They were approaching the intersection of 220th street. The Durango was slowing for a vehicle turning east on 220th street and was struck in the rear by the Vibe. The Vibe traveled off the west side of the roadway and came to rest facing south on its wheels. The Durango came to rest facing south on its wheels. Brown received minor injuries in the accident. A passenger, Jillian Brown (8) received moderate injuries and was transported to St. Francis Hospital in Maryville. All were wearing seatbelts at the time of the accident. The Vibe received extensive damage and was towed from the scene. The Durango received moderate damage and was driven from the scene.