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Four vehicles were involved in a crash in Perry County yesterday evening. The crash happened just after 4 PM on U.S. Rt. 51 at the intersection with Idyle Wild Road.

A truck being driven by 19-year old Sean Patrick of Herrin was heading northbound on US Rt. 51 when he drifted over the center line and caused a collision with three other drivers. Those drivers were 61-year old Joyce Craddock of Hurst, 47-year old Jodi Morefield of Du Quoin, and 39-year old Angela Cronin of Marion.

All vehicles involved sustained major damage and had to be removed from the scene.

Jodi Morefield was taken to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Sean Patrick was cited for improper lane usage.