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Kansas couple dies in rollover accident, KHP says

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A Kansas couple died in an accident Tuesday evening in Clay County, Kansas Highway Patrol crash logs show.

The crash happened around 6:15 p.m. on a county line road about 7.5 miles southeast of Wakefield, Kansas. Winfer Abernathy, 70, of Junction City, was driving north with his wife, Margaret Abernathy, 74, in the passenger seat, the report said.

Abernathy lost control of his 2018 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup truck. It struck a bridge and overturned, coming to a rest in ditch. The couple were pronounced dead at the scene, the report said.

No other vehicles were involved.

Eduardo Castillo
The Wichita Eagle
Eduardo covers crime and breaking news for The Wichita Eagle. His previous work experience includes stints at KWCH 12 Eyewitness News, the local CBS affiliate in Wichita, and as a marketing manager for a local real estate team. In addition to writing, Eduardo also enjoys still photography and cinematography. News tips? email at Edcastillo@wichitaeagle.com or call 316-268-6213.
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