Overland Park, KS (May 12, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a vehicle collision in the Overland Park area on Saturday, May 11. The accident was reported at the corner of W. 119th Street and Three Lakes Parkway that evening around 9:05 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized for additional support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is underway.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Kansas
You run a higher risk of being involved in a serious car accident when a motorist speeds. About one-third of recorded traffic fatalities in the United States are caused by speeding drivers, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Speeding significantly lengthens the distance required to stop completely and raises the risk that a driver will lose control of their vehicle. This combination has the potential to kill thousands of individuals in this country each year, and it also injures many more severely. You do not want to fall victim to a reckless driver. Working with an experienced attorney is always beneficial if you want to make the best claim possible to achieve maximum recovery.
Your life is too important to leave your recovery to chance. It is common for crash victims to have many questions after being seriously hurt in a collision, and a qualified Overland Park car accident lawyer will be able to help maximize your compensation as you pursue your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven track record of helping accident victims pursue successful claims, and we can get to work on your case today. Give us a call at 620-524-0080.
