Overland Park, KS (August 10, 2024) – On Friday, August 9, a serious auto accident in Overland Park required support from local paramedics. That afternoon, around 2:22 p.m., the accident was reported at the crossing of Switzer Road and W. 129th Street. There were reports of injuries at the scene, and medical personnel were quickly dispatched to provide the necessary aid.
The number and severity of the related injuries were not provided in the initial reports. The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transported to local hospitals for additional treatment. The circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. Local authorities advised local motorists to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. No further updates have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in Kansas
Most of us have to hit the road almost every day in order to go about our normal lives. Unfortunately, the roads in Kansas are far from safe, and someone is killed or hurt in a crash almost daily. Kansas recorded 57,598 traffic accidents in total in 2021. Out of these crashes, 381 collisions were fatal, leaving 424 people dead. Approximately 54.2 percent of fatalities involved unrestrained vehicle occupants. You never really know if or when you’ll be involved in a serious collision, but it is important that you are able to protect your legal rights. That means working closely with a competent legal team to pursue a strong personal injury claim.
Your very way of life can be on the line after a car crash, and you do not want to find yourself struggling to deal with mounting debts and worsening injuries. A skilled Overland Park car accident lawyer will be ready to fight for your full recovery to ensure your legal rights are protected. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to discuss your situation during a free consultation.
