A Dieterich teen was injured in an accident that occurred this morning in Bishop Township.
According to a report from the Effingham County Sheriff’s Department, the accident occurred at 1:59am at 7432 N 1775th Road. The report states that 16 year old, Lauren N Gephart, of Dieterich was traveling southbound on 1775th Road when she lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle then struck a culvert on the east side and overturned, coming to a rest. Gephart was taken to HSHS St Anthony’s Memorial Hospital for treatment.
Lauren Gephart was cited for improper lane usage.