Baker, KS (February 24, 2024) – A woman was seriously hurt following a crash with a commercial vehicle in the Baker area on Thursday, February 22. The accident took place that afternoon at around 3 p.m. on KS-126 in Crawford County. Local reports indicated that a 40-year-old woman from Pittsburg was traveling eastbound in a 2002 Mercury Sable at the time of the accident.
Local sources indicated that the driver collided with a 1998 Peterbilt Tractor pulling a trailer operated by a 43-year-old man from Turney, MO. The truck was reportedly in the process of making a left turn into a parking lot at the time of the crash. The driver of the Sable suffered serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Emergency responders were present to provide aid to the involved parties. The area was temporarily closed as authorities worked to clear the scene of the resulting debris. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and her family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Semi-Truck Crashes in Kansas
When sharing the road with a large 18-wheeler, it is common for drivers to be concerned. This is because semi-truck crashes can be completely devastating, and those traveling in smaller cars are more likely to be seriously injured. In 2021, there were 5,700 large trucks involved in fatal collisions across the United States. This is a nearly 18 percent increase from the previous year and an astounding 49 percent since the previous decade. It is important that you are able to partner with a skilled attorney if you or someone close to you is hurt in a serious trucking accident in Kansas.
Your very way of life can be on the line after a collision. You need to contact a trained Baker semi-truck crash lawyer in order to pursue a claim for compensation. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is here to help you during this time, and you can reach us today at 620-524-0038.
