One dead, one injured in Henry County crash

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New London, IA-  One person was killed in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday, December 7th, in Henry County.

The crash occurred in the 2500 block of 260th Street in New London at about 2:55 PM Wednesday.

According to the Iowa State Patrol, a 2000 Toyota Tacoma driven by 68-year-old Norman E. Hirschy, was traveling eastbound before crossing the center line and colliding head-on with another vehicle driven by 57-year-old Sheila K. Wilkerson of New London.

Hirschy was pronounced dead at the scene, while Wilkerson was airlifted to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

According to the ISP, Hirschy was not wearing a seatbelt, while Wilkerson was wearing a seatbelt.