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Two teens injured in weekend crash near Lake Maskenthine
Two teens were sent to the hospital following a crash near Lake Maskenthine.
Monday, April 15th 2024, 8:53 AM CDT
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Stanton County Sheriffs Office
STANTON, Neb. -- Two teens were sent to the hospital after their car lost control on a gravel road.
The Stanton County Sheriff's Office responded to the Lake Maskenthine area for a single-vehicle accident on Saturday at 6 p.m.
According to authorities, the crash occurred on a gravel access road where the driver of the vehicle lost control, resulting in it rolling over onto its top.
Both occupants of the vehicle were reportedly sent to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police said they believe seat belts lessened the teen's injuries and speed was a contributing factor in the crash.
The car is believed to be a total loss.