Traffic fatality reported in Sherman County

    A two-vehicle collision in Sherman County has resulted in a death.   It was reported Tuesday at 10:54am on Highway 2, about a half-mile east of Litchfield.  Sheriff Michael Jepsen says an eastbound pickup, driven by R Roger Woolsey, 70, of Mason City collided with a pickup, driven by 72-year-old Fred Nelson of Ravenna.  Nelson’s pickup was entering Highway 2 from the Oasis gas station.

         Ansley Fire and Rescue transported Mr. Woolsey to CHI Health Good Samaritan hospital where he was treated for minor injuries and released.   Litchfield Fire and Rescue transported Mr. Nelson to CHI Health Good Samaritan where he later died due to his injuries.   Burlington Northern Railroad employees assisted at the scene and the accident was investigated by the Sherman County Sheriff’s Office.

Source: Nebraska Regional News