Overland Park, KS (March 28, 2024) – On Wednesday, March 27, there were confirmed injuries after a car accident in Overland Park. The collision was reported at the intersection of W. 135th Street and Antioch Road early that morning around 9:33 a.m. At least one person involved in the accident suffered injuries.
At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. Emergency responders were dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. The circumstances leading to the crash are still unknown. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Wrecks in Kansas
When you share the road with another driver, an automobile accident can occur at nearly any time. There is an increasing number of car crashes every year, and they remain the primary cause of mortality and serious injuries among Kansans. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has released data showing that 12,871 collisions were reported across the state in 2021, resulting in a total of 17,476 injuries. In all, 426 people died as a result of 381 fatal crashes that year. The frequency of fatal crashes is increasing with each passing year, and statistics show that Kansas experienced a nearly 10 percent increase in deadly crashes in 2022. It is important that you partner with a qualified lawyer as soon as possible in order to get to work on your case as soon as possible to get the best outcome for your claim.
If you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt by the actions of a reckless driver, a qualified Overland Park car crash lawyer can help you get the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is here to answer your questions during a free consultation. Call us today at 620-524-0038.
