The Missouri Highway Patrol responded to an accident in Vernon County on US 54, 5 miles west of Deerfield on Friday, May 20th at 10pm.
The accident occurred when a 1985 Honda 250 4-wheeler, driven by Frederick Wittenberg, 42 of Deerfield, ran off the roadway and overturned ejecting Mr. Wittenberg.
Mr. Wittenberg received serious injuries and was transported by Nevada Regional Medical Center.
The 4-wheeler was removed by private party.