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Sheriff Richard J. Behnke reports that deputies of the Cass County Sheriff's Office (MI) responded to a personal injury traffic crash on M 60 Hwy west of Corey Lake Rd. in Cass County's Newberg Township. This crash occurred on 12-3-21 at 1240. Investigation of the crash showed that a Chevy pick-up driven by Charles Buck, (75yrs of Vandalia) failed to yield right of way and turned into the path of a Chevy Beretta, driven by Clare Trout, (85yrs of Jones). Mr. Buck's vehicle struck Mr. Trout's vehicle, causing it to lose control and spin. Mr. Trout's vehicle then struck a Ford Explorer, driven by Khari Clements, (43yrs of Constantine). Mr. Trout's vehicle then left the roadway and struck some small trees.  Mr. Trout was extricated from his vehicle and transported to Elkhart General Hospital for his injuries. Mr. Buck and Ms. Clements were not injured. Alcohol was not a factor in the crash and all drivers were wearing their seat belts. Assisting on scene were the Newberg Fire Department and SEPSA Ambulance. The crash remains under investigation.