The RSPD investigated a 2-vehicle accident on Thursday afternoon August 31, 2023 at the Junction of Hwy 127 & Maple Street in Russell Springs.
Margaret Pierce, 75 of Russell Springs, was traveling east on Maple Street (Hwy 619) in a 2018 Ford Explorer and as she went through the stoplight, a 2023 Toyota Corolla that was being driven by 89-year-old Vonnie Popplewell of Russell Springs, KY reportedly did not see the red light and struck Ms. Pierce's vehicle.
No major injuries were reported as a result of the accident that held up traffic in both directions while police were investigating.
The Russell Springs Police was assisted on-scene by the R.S. Volunteer Fire Dept.
