Bouton, IA – Morgan Terry Injured in Stop-Sign Crash at IA-141 & Quinlan Ave

Bouton, IA (May 18, 2021) – Three people were injured after a driver ran a stop sign in Bouton on Monday, May 17. 

Initial reports revealed that the crash occurred at the intersection of IA-141 and Quinlan Avenue. According to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, Morgan Terry of Ankeny was driving eastbound on the highway at the time of the impact. Darlene Onken of Carroll reportedly ran a stop sign, entering the path of Terry’s vehicle and colliding with the side of Terry’s vehicle. 

Terry was transported to Mercy One Medical Center in Des Moines for the treatment of sustained injuries. Onken and her passenger were taken by ambulance to Dallas County Hospital. Both vehicles sustained significant damage and were towed from the scene. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is underway. 

Our thoughts are with Morgan Terry, Darlene Onken, the other injured victim, and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Stop-Sign Accidents in Bouton Iowa

Entering an intersection opens up the risk of a crash, and nearly 40% of reported auto accidents take place at roadway crossings. Statistics show that roughly 20% of traffic fatalities occur at intersections, and the majority of these accidents involve left-hand turns. An estimated 2,967 deadly crashes take place at stop sign-controlled intersections each year according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 

What you do immediately following a car crash can make all the difference when seeking compensation through a personal injury claim. One of the first things you should do is get in touch with a qualified Iowa car crash attorney, and legal representation is just a phone call away. Lombardi Law Firm has helped settle or file thousands of cases in the past 30 years, and our team of Iowa personal injury attorneys always fights for the reward our clients deserve. 

We aren’t like other law firms. Lombardi Law Firm only takes on the most serious cases with the most devastating injuries. This means cases involving broken bones, surgery, spinal cord injuries, or brain damage. That means, if we take on your case, you will have the full attention of an experienced team of personal injury lawyers in Des Moines. If you or a loved one has been unfairly injured by the negligence of another driver, contact our offices today at 515-222-1110. 

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