Evan, KS (May 19, 2024) – There were multiple people hurt following a car accident in the Evan area on Saturday, May 18. The accident was reported at the intersection of 391st Street and 21st Street near Cheney Lake early that evening around 5:30 p.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide the necessary aid to the involved parties.
There were several reported injuries at the scene, and the area was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. Two people suffered serious injuries, with five others also being hurt in the crash. All seven victims were transported to a local hospital by ambulance for the treatment of sustained injuries. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris to reopen the area to outside traffic. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in Kansas
You almost always run the risk of being injured in an automobile accident when you are driving, and reckless drivers abound in Kansas. In the United States, there are over six million car crashes reported each year, resulting in over three million injuries and 40,000 fatalities on average. The majority of fatalities and serious injuries in Kansas and nationwide are caused by automobile accidents. Many potential causes might result in a serious car crash, but statistics indicate that human error accounts for roughly 90 percent of reported crashes. If you or a loved one is seriously injured in an accident, you might be able to file a personal injury claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney to seek financial compensation.
You do not want to leave your recovery to chance after a serious crash. A competent Evan car accident lawyer will be ready to fight for your full recovery. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to get to work to fight for you. Call us today at 620-524-0080.