Woodland Park, NE (June 8, 2025) – Two drivers were hurt in a crash that occurred on Thursday, June 5, near Woodland Park. The Stanton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the accident just before 8 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 35 and 844th Road.
Officials said a Mustang SUV was turning onto Hwy 35 when it pulled into the path of a northbound Honda Accord. The crash caused the SUV to spin and the Accord to veer off the road into a ditch on the north side.
The SUV driver, 22-year-old McKenzie Carpenter of Neligh, and the Accord driver, 48-year-old Heather Lenox of Norfolk, both suffered injuries. Emergency crews transported them to Faith Regional Health Services. According to authorities, Lenox had to be removed from her car by first responders.
Both drivers were wearing seatbelts, and airbags in both vehicles deployed. The crash left both vehicles totaled.
The Stanton County Emergency Management and Hoskins/Woodland Park Fire assisted at the scene. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
We send our best wishes for recovery to those injured in this accident.
Car Accidents in Stanton County
Intersection crashes like the one at Hwy 35 and 844th Rd near Woodland Park happen all too often in rural Nebraska. These collisions can
cause serious injuries, especially when vehicles are hit at high speeds. Even with safety features like airbags and seatbelts, victims may suffer broken bones, back injuries, or head trauma that can take months or years to heal.
In this recent Stanton County crash, both drivers were injured and had to be taken to the hospital. One was even trapped inside her car and had to be removed by emergency crews. These kinds of injuries often lead to long recovery times and overwhelming medical bills. For many people, a car crash like this can also mean missed work, emotional stress, and lasting pain.
A personal injury attorney can help victims of serious vehicle crashes understand their rights and options. Lawyers often assist by collecting crash reports, interviewing witnesses, and working with accident reconstruction experts to determine fault. They can also deal with insurance companies and push for a fair settlement when injuries are involved. In situations where injuries are severe, legal help may be the only way to recover full compensation.
If you or someone you care about was seriously hurt in a crash, you don’t have to go through the aftermath alone. A knowledgeable Nebraska car accident lawyer can guide you through the legal process and fight for money to cover your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.
At Johnson Tabor & Johnson Law, we proudly represent car crash victims across Nebraska. Our Omaha-based team of car accident lawyers provides free consultations and takes a personal, hands-on approach with every case. We take time to listen, answer your questions, and give you clear guidance throughout the legal process.
Understanding what caused a crash is crucial to moving forward. Our team investigates each case thoroughly—gathering evidence, speaking with witnesses, and consulting experts to build the strongest claim possible. We handle the legal side of things so you can focus on getting better.
If you were injured in a crash in Stanton County, Omaha, or anywhere in Nebraska, call Johnson Tabor & Johnson Law today at (402) 506-4444 for a free consultation.
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