(Oakland, IA) – A woman from Cass County and another from Pottawattamie County were injured during a collision late this (Tuesday) morning, in Oakland. According to the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office, the accident happened just before 10:30-a.m. at the intersection of Highway 6 and Highway 59.

Authorities say an SUV driven by Donna Lee Smith, of Atlantic, was traveling westbound on Highway 6, when an eastbound SUV driven by Joy Elaine Van Zee, of Oakland, attempted to turn northbound onto Highway 59. The two SUV’s collided in the westbound lane. Following the impact, the SUV driven by Smith left the road and struck a tree. The other SUV came to rest on the highway.

Both drivers suffered serious injuries and were transported to local hospitals for treatment. Officials say their investigation resulted in Van Zee being cited for failure to yield and driving under suspension. Authorities say her license had been suspended after she was deemed incapable of operating a motor vehicle.