Fatal Car Accident in Henry County, Missouri Kills One Injures Two
Kansas City, Missouri native, Michelle Ponessa, was tragically killed on September 23, 2007 in Henry County, Missouri on Highway 7. A tire from Michelle’s car blew causing her car to lose control and travel into Dexter Williams’ lane striking his vehicle. Both vehicles entered into the median, Michelle’s car overturned and ejected her from her vehicle.
Dexter and his passenger Carlos Williams were transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri where they both sustained serious personal injuries due to the wreck. It is unfortunate that Michelle Ponessa was pronounced dead at the scene by the Henry County Sheriff, Kent Oberkrom. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said that Michelle was not wearing her seat belt at the time of the accident.
Our deepest condolences go out to the families of the tragic accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.
