Cerro Gordo County, IA (July 25, 2026) – One driver was injured after a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Eagle Avenue and 310th Street in Cerro Gordo County at about 8:27 a.m. on Thursday, July 23.
According to the Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s Office, a 2016 Volkswagen Passat driven by Olivia Maxey-Ladson, 21, of Tacoma, Washington, stopped at a stop sign before entering westbound into the path of a southbound 2020 Ford Expedition on 310th Street. The Expedition was driven by Katlyn Vanderpool, 29, of Thompson.
The Ford struck the rear passenger door of the Volkswagen, causing airbags to deploy in both vehicles. Vanderpool and her 1-month-old child were properly buckled and were not injured. Maxey-Ladson was taken to Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa for evaluation of non-life-threatening injuries.
We are keeping the injured driver in our thoughts.
What Is Reviewed After a Two-Vehicle Intersection Crash?
Intersection crashes may involve a review of traffic signs, vehicle movements, roadway layout, and driver actions. Investigators may examine impact points, vehicle damage, and other available evidence to understand how the collision occurred.
Seat belt use, airbag deployment, and road conditions may also be documented after a crash; these details can help provide context about the safety factors involved and the circumstances surrounding injuries.