FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Springfield police were dispatched to a two-vehicle crash in the intersection of Glenstone and the eastbound on-ramp to I-44 at 1:58 p.m. on April 25, 2018. On May 3, one of the two drivers, Gary W. Brakebill, 77, of Bolivar, died at Mercy Hospital as a result of the injuries sustained during the crash. His next of kin has been notified, and the investigation is ongoing.
This marks the seventh fatal crash for Springfield in 2018.
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Case number: 18-15828
Media Contact: Lisa Cox, Public Affairs Officer
417-864-1786
LCox@springfieldmo.gov
Release authorized by: Sgt. Brian Reeves
