Overland Park, KS (May 10, 2024) – A serious auto accident in the Overland Park area on Thursday, May 9, required support from local paramedics. The accident was reported that evening around 9:29 p.m. on W. 136th Street. There were confirmed injuries at the scene.
Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been reported. The crash victims were later transferred to local hospitals for additional treatment. The circumstances leading to the incident have not yet been determined. The area was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting scene of the resulting debris in order to reopen the area to outside traffic. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Kansas
In the United States, distracted driving is becoming a significant contributing cause to a large number of fatal auto accidents. It is not unusual to witness drivers using their phones while staring down at their screens on Kansas roads. In the time to send a single text message, a driver can cover the distance of a football field at highway speeds. Almost 400,000 Americans suffered severe injuries and over 3,200 Americans lost their lives as a result of distracted driving in a single year. Distracted driving can include texting, talking to passengers, and tinkering with the GPS while operating a vehicle. These behaviors raise the possibility of an unintentional collision. After a significant collision, it can be challenging to achieve a full recovery. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a collision, you should partner with a trained Overland Park car accident lawyer to pursue a strong claim for compensation. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0038.
