Rhyan A. Shaffer, 40, of Butler sustained moderate injuries in a single car accident on county road 1002 near 6001 road, West of K highway. A Jeep driven by Shaffer left the roadway, striking a ditch around 10:40 this morning. He was taken to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment.
Cpl. Pate of the Missouri Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by the Butler Fire Department and Bates County EMS. The report indicates Shaffer was wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident.
