Newton, KS (August 11, 2024) – A man was killed after being hit by a semi-truck in the Newton area on Saturday, August 10. The deadly crash was reported on Interstate 135 NB near mile marker 24 that afternoon around 3:30 p.m. Local reports revealed that the victim was standing on the interstate outside of a red Ford Fusion when he was struck.
The operator of the vehicle was reportedly unable to move over to heavy traffic on the highway. The truck was slowing down as it approached the Ford, and the victim entered the roadway and was hit. The injured party, later identified as 44-year-old Richard Hall of Overland Park, suffered fatal injuries in the impact and was later pronounced dead at the scene. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Kansas
The number of fatal pedestrian collisions in the United States has sharply increased in recent years, increasing by an astounding 77 percent since 2010. To put this into context, the rate of fatalities in other kinds of crashes was only 25 percent. According to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA), there were 7,508 pedestrian deaths nationwide in the most recent year since 1981. In addition to suffering huge financial losses, victims of pedestrian crashes are far more likely to suffer serious or even fatal injuries. You must closely collaborate with an experienced attorney to safeguard your legal rights if you or a loved one sustains injuries in a crash.
A deadly crash can change your life like nothing else, and you must pursue a full recovery to make the most out of your recovery. A competent Newton wrongful death lawyer can help you navigate the complicated wrongful death claim process to make sure you can get justice during this time. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.
