Tragic Crash Claims Lowell Woman’s Life, Injures Two Men
Benita Aston, an 85-year-old resident of Lowell, lost her life in a devastating crash on Interstate 49. The incident unfolded around 4:30 p.m. on this fateful day.
Ms. Aston was a passenger in a 2017 Subaru Forester when the driver merged into the outside lane, triggering the chain of events. The Subaru was driven by a man from Lowell, accompanied by a passenger from Rogers. Both drivers were fortunate to survive the crash, though they suffered injuries.
The Subaru merged into the outside lane when it was struck, causing the vehicle to veer off the roadway and come to a halt in the median. The impact forced the Subaru to face southward. The second vehicle, a 1998 Buick, also left the roadway but in the opposite direction, where it struck a tree.
Benita Aston did not survive the crash, marking a tragic loss for the Lowell community. Emergency responders swiftly attended to the scene, though the presence of emergency vehicles blocked the northbound traffic for approximately forty minutes.
The incident is a sobering reminder of the ever-present risks on our roads. The victims and their families are sure to receive support and condolences during this difficult time.
This story will continue to unfold as more details emerge.
