BARTON COUNTY, Mo. (KOAM) — A motorcycle accident occurred last Wednesday night, May 14, shortly after 10:30 p.m. in Golden City, Mo., involving two individuals.
A 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide was involved in the crash just west of Casey’s on C Street / U.S. 160 and Depot Ave.
The operator, a 33-year-old male from Golden City, sustained minor injuries, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. He was transported to Freeman West in Joplin, Mo.
A passenger, a 24-year-old female from Golden City, was unresponsive and airlifted to Cox South in Springfield, Mo., in critical condition. She tragically succumbed to her injuries on Monday, May 19.
Sheriff John Simpson confirmed that the passenger, Chloe Brower, was employed at the Barton County Sheriff’s Office.
“Chloe joined the Sheriff’s office in May 2024. She was a valuable member of our team, always willing to assist. Chloe will be deeply missed by her family here at the Barton County Sheriff’s Office. Our thoughts are with her two children, her parents, her siblings, and all those who loved her.”
— Sheriff John Simpson
Details regarding the funeral are currently unknown.
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