Sedgwick County, KS (September 3, 2025) – On Wednesday evening, September 3, a multi-vehicle collision was reported on I-135 northbound near 69th Street North in Sedgwick County. The accident occurred at approximately 7:40 p.m. and involved four vehicles. At least one person sustained injuries as a result of the crash.
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2015 Ford Focus and a 2016 Honda Odyssey were parked in the second lane of traffic on northbound I-135 when a northbound 2009 Dodge Dakota struck the Ford. A fourth vehicle, a Toyota Tacoma, was legally parked on the shoulder and was not impacted. The driver of the Ford, 42-year-old Jermal L. Adkins of Wichita, was transported to Ascension Via Christi St. Francis with suspected minor injuries. Other drivers involved were evaluated and reported no apparent injuries. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and vehicles were later towed from the highway. The crash caused temporary traffic disruptions while first responders cleared the roadway. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family. We wish them a full and speedy recovery.
Dangers of Stopped Vehicles on Highways
When vehicles stop in active lanes of traffic, the risk of a serious crash increases dramatically. According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), nearly 12% of all highway fatalities involve vehicles that are stopped on the roadway, either due to breakdowns or illegal parking. Drivers approaching at highway speeds often have little time to react, leading to rear-end or chain-reaction collisions. Even when not directly involved in a crash, stopped vehicles can contribute to sudden lane changes and unsafe driving maneuvers from other motorists.
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