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Serious Injury Accident In Carroll County

A head-on collision in Carroll County Sunday evening left one driver with serious injuries.  State Troopers report 26-year-old Brandon McDowell of Carrollton was southbound on US 65 at County Road 340 and crossed the centerline, resulting in the collision with a northbound vehicle driven by 39-year-old Mary Albert of Carrollton.

McDowell had serious injuries and was flown to Truman Medical Center in Kansas City.  Albert had moderate injuries and was treated at Carroll County Memorial Hospital; she was not wearing a safety belt.

McDowell was also arrested by state troopers for alleged possession of a controlled substance – prescription narcotics, possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and unlawful use of a weapon.  He was released for treatment.