Wichita, KS (March 16, 2024) – There were critical injuries reported following a two-vehicle accident in the Wichita area on Friday evening, March 15. The accident took place at the intersection of Pawnee Street and Ironstone Street at around 8:30 p.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched in order to provide aid to the involved parties.
Local reports indicated that a motorcycle collided with the rear of a pickup truck. One person was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further updates on the accident are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Motorcycle Accidents in Kansas
Riding a motorcycle is a pastime enjoyed by many Kansas residents. Unfortunately, no matter how long you’ve been a rider, you are always at risk of being involved in an unexpected auto accident. Statistics show that nearly 80 percent of motorcycle accidents end in death or injury, and riders are almost 28 times more likely to be killed in the event of a collision. Motorcyclists are almost four times more likely to be hurt in a crash. A total of 83,000 people were injured in vehicle collisions nationwide in 2021. Dealing with the aftermath of a motorcycle accident is never easy, and only a trained personal injury lawyer will be able to get you the most possible compensation for your case.
By design, motorcycles leave riders extremely exposed in the event of a crash. For this reason, riders are much more likely to suffer life-threatening or fatal injuries on the road. There is too much on the line to leave your recovery to chance during this difficult time. Only a trained Wichita motorcycle crash lawyer will be able to get you the best possible outcome for your claim. Contact the law offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.