Catlin, KS (October 8, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a two-vehicle collision in the Catlin area on Monday, October 7. The incident took place on US-50 near Nighthawk Road that morning around 11:10 a.m. Local sources revealed that 49-year-old Patrick Oliver Dye of Marion was headed north in a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck stopped at the intersection.
At the same time, 82-year-old Donald W. Rich of Kingsville, MO was headed west 2013 Ford Fusion. Dye entered the intersection and crashed into the Fusion. The impact caused the Fusion to leave the roadway and enter a north ditch. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide the necessary aid. Rich and his passenger, 83-year-old Joyce Rich of Kingsville, MO, were injured. Both parties were transported by ambulance to St. Luke Hospital. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress.
Our thoughts are with Donald W. Rich, Joyce Rich, and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Kansas
We all drive through intersections every day without thinking twice. Statistics show that these areas have an increased risk of a serious crash. Many drivers fail to follow red lights and stop signs, increasing the risk of crashing into an oncoming vehicle. About one-third of the 700,000 accidents at stop-sign-controlled crossings each year result in injuries. Statistics show that serious car accidents are common at crossroads in Kansas. Usually, the driver who is at fault fails to yield the right-of-way. Intersection crashes rank among the deadliest on the road since they cause over half of all major injuries and nearly 20 percent of deaths on the road.
You can work closely with a competent legal team to get the most out of your case after being hurt by a reckless driver. A diligent Catlin car accident lawyer will be ready to fight for your full recovery. When you work with Bretz Injury Law, you know that your case is in good hands. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
