Boyden, Iowa — A two-vehicle accident near Boyden late Thursday afternoon (April 9th) sent a George teen to the hospital.
According to the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office, the mishap took place shortly before 5:30 Thursday afternoon, two miles east of Boyden on Highway 18. Deputies say 48-year-old Billy Sprock of George was eastbound in a 2014 Buick Enclave, and had stopped in a road construction zone when his vehicle was struck from behind by a 2003 Nissan Xterra, driven by 27-year-old Jose Escalera of Primghar.
Authorities say a 14-year-old passenger in the Sprock vehicle was transported by the Boyden Ambulance to the Sanford Sheldon Medical Center for treatment of minor injuries.
The Buick sustained approximately $1,000 in damage. The Nissan sustained an estimated $5,000 in damage.
Deputies say Escalera was cited for following too closely.
The sheriff’s office was assisted by Boyden Fire Department, Boyden Ambulance and Iowa State Patrol.
