Lenexa, KS (June 1, 2024) – Multiple people were injured after a rollover accident in the Lenexa area on Friday, May 31. The accident was reported on Interstate 35 near Interstate 435 that afternoon. It was reported that the driver of a 2003 Ford Explorer had to change lanes at the last minute to exit the interstate.
The SUV was traveling at a high rate of speed on the ramp and lost control before overturning into a nearby ditch. The driver, 33-year-old Tiffany Johnson of Pflugerville, TX, was not seriously hurt in the accident. Two other adult occupants were not seriously injured. There were three children in the vehicle, and two suffered serious injuries. The third sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No updates on the accident are currently available at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being handled by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Rollover Accidents in Kansas
Rollover crashes are often more serious than other kinds of collisions. Passengers can easily be ejected when a car rolls, and this can result in serious injuries or even fatalities. Of course, there is a greater chance of this happening if you are not wearing a seatbelt. Unfortunately, unrestrained occupants are involved in most rollover fatalities. Even with a seatbelt on, though, not everyone is completely safe—occupants who were buckled up account for about 33 percent of rollover deaths. Most rollover crashes involve just one car, but many involve two or more. A rollover may result from several factors, with poor driving and inclement road conditions being some of the most common. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a car crash, you should consult with a qualified Lenexa car accident lawyer to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping injured parties get the most out of their case. Contact us today at 620-524-0080.
