WAPELLO COUNTY – An accident on Highway 34 in Wapello County that sent a construction worker to the hospital is now under investigation.

According to the Wapello County Sheriff’s Office, the accident took place yesterday afternoon at approximately 3:55pm. Law enforcement responded to the 24000 block of Highway 34 for a motor vehicle accident involving injuries. During the investigation, it was determined that a construction worker was struck by a motor vehicle.

The victim was airlifted from the scene by MercyOne and the extent of their injuries is currently unknown. The names of the driver and the victim are being withheld pending notification, and more information will be released at a later time. KBOE/KMZN will have more updates on this story as they are announced.

The Wapello County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by Blakesburg Fire & Rescue, ORMICS, MercyOne, and Wapello County Emergency Management.