A three-vehicle accident investigated Monday resulted in injuries to two drivers, including one who later died at a Kansas City hospital.
According to an accident report submitted by Trenton Police Chief Rex Ross, the accident occurred shortly after 4 p.m. on Highway 6, just inside the west city limits. Seth Gibson of rural Trenton was the driver of a westbound truck that slowed due to a hay swather that was in front of it. Gibson said he saw in his rearview mirror a truck, driven by Gary R. Randolph of Trenton, which was approaching his vehicle from behind. Gibson said he braced for the impact, which occurred when Randolph’s truck struck his from behind. A second impact occurred when Randolph’s truck was hit from behind by a car driven by Lakota R. Curtis of Gallatin.
At the time of the accident, Randolph was able to talk with Chief Ross and was taken by ambulance to Wright Memorial Hospital. The police department was notified on Tuesday that he had passed away at a Kansas City hospital.
Gibson, who refused transport, complained of neck pain and it was noted that the seat in which he was sitting was broken due to the impact of the crash. Ms. Curtis complained of leg pain and was transported to Wright Memorial Hospital.
Chief Ross’ report indicates that tickets were pending in the accident.
In addition to the Trenton Police Department, the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office and the Trenton Fire Department responded to the scene.
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