Overland Park, KS (November 16, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of a car wreck in the Overland Park area on Friday, November 15. The accident took place that afternoon around 1:55 p.m. at the intersection of Nieman Road and W. 135th Street. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the severity and number of the related damages have not been determined.
Emergency responders were rushed to the scene to render the necessary medical aid. Those requiring further support were later transferred to local hospitals by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided at this time. Local authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. No additional 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.
Distracted Driving Crashes in Kansas
Distracted driving has become a major problem on Kansas’s roadways. Across the state in 2021, distracted driving was a factor in around 18.1 percent of traffic accidents. Distracted driving causes over 3,000 fatalities and countless catastrophic injuries in the United States each year on average. Some examples of distracted driving include texting, talking to passengers, and adjusting the radio. According to statistics, there is a 10 percent risk that a motorist who is distracted may take their eyes off the road, increasing the likelihood of a major collision. Drivers who neglect the road are an active threat to others, and they should be held responsible in the event of a life-changing auto accident.
Only an experienced Overland Park personal injury lawyer can fight for your full recovery. The trained legal team at Bretz Injury Law has years of experience helping crash victims pursue full recoveries after a life-changing accident. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your claim.
