Tecumseh, KS (February 23, 2024) – On Thursday, February 22, a woman was killed while walking along a highway outside of Tecumseh. Local reports revealed that the deadly pedestrian crash occurred at the 6000 block of US-40 early that morning at around 10 a.m. The victim was pushing a bike while walking along the highway when she was hit by a Ford F-150 pickup truck.
The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. The victim suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the pickup reportedly remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials.
The deceased party was later identified as 63-year-old Patricia S. McDonald of Topeka. At this time, no additional information on the crash has been provided. Local law enforcement officials are conducting an investigation into the deadly accident, and more updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Patricia S. McDonald at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Crashes in Kansas
Traveling by foot is a great way to get around, but pedestrians are more exposed to the dangers of the road. According to the 2022 Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) report, a total of 7,508 pedestrians were killed across the United States in 2022. Kansas was the site of 47 of these deaths. Pedestrian safety continues to be a serious concern nationwide, and pedestrian deaths are on the rise.
You need to be sure that you are ready to pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a trained attorney in the event of a deadly crash. It can be hard to recover from a fatal pedestrian accident. Families are often overwhelmed due to their loss, and they often feel that their lives will never be the same. You need to be ready to pursue a claim for compensation by partnering with a trained Tecumseh wrongful death lawyer. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven track record of helping grieving families pursue full and fair compensation, and you can contact us today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
