(Creston, Iowa) – No injuries were reported and no citations were issued, following an accident Tuesday morning, in Creston. Authorities say a 2010 Toyota Highlander SUV driven by 59-year-old Timothy H. Gerber, of Lenox, pulled in behind an unoccupied 2005 Chrysler Minivan at the Creston Wal-Mart service bay and attempted to stop, but the SUV hit the rear bumper of the mini-van.

Gerber told police his brakes failed. He attempted to back out, but struck the van again. The accident happened at around 8:22-a.m. Damage from the incident amounted to $3,000.

Witnesses told police the SUV’s brakes were functioning properly, in contradiction his statement. The report recommended Gerber have his driving skills re-examined because he “Showed his inability to safely keep his vehicle under control.”