A well known McPherson optometrist was injured in a one vehicle accident just north of Hutchinson Wednesday night.
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, 61-year-old Jerry Leopold was going north on K-61 when he swerved to avoid a slower vehicle. His SUV went into the median and rolled several times. Leopold had to be extricated from the vehicle and was then airlifted by Midwest Lifeteam to Via Cristi St. Francis Regional Medical Center. He’s listed in serious condition.
The accident occurring around 8:30 p-m, near the K-61 and 43rd Street overpass.