On Saturday, December 15th, 2018 at 11:00 p.m. the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a single vehicle accident that occurred at 3549 350th Ave in Ruthven, Ia. Upon investigation, it was determined that Robert Sundall (71) of Ruthven, Ia was driving northbound in the 3500 block of 350th Ave when he lost control of his 2010 Ford F-150 and entered the west ditch. Sundall’s vehicle struck a road sign and electrical pole causing an estimated $8000 damage. No injuries were reported from the incident. Sundall was issued a citation for Failure to Maintain Control and released.
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