Johnson, Ovett, South Jones and Moselle volunteer fire departments responded to a single vehicle rollover near 1894 Highway 29 South in the Johnson community at about 11:05 a.m. Sunday. The unrestrained driver of the Ford F250 was traveling north on Highway 29 when she lost control of the truck and left the road, rolling the vehicle and striking a tree. She was ejected from the vehicle and sustained serious injuries.
No other injuries were reported in the incident. MHP and Jones County Sheriff's Office were also on scene. Emserv Ambulance Service responded and transported the driver to the emergency department. Traffic was slowed on Highway 29 for about an hour, as one lane was shut down to allow first responders to render emergency medical care and ensure safe cleanup.
Information by Dana Bumgardner/PIO, Jones County Fire Council.