Overland Park, KS (May 24, 2024) – On Thursday, May 23, a major car accident in the Overland Park area required support from local medical personnel. The incident was reported that afternoon around 3:26 p.m. at the crossing of W. 121st Terrace and Antioch Road. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide the necessary aid to the involved parties.
At least one person involved in the crash was hurt. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene by responding paramedics, and those requiring further treatment were later transferred by ambulance to nearby medical facilities. The circumstances leading to the collision have not yet been determined. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Kansas
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released data on speeding, which revealed a nearly 8 percent rise in speed-related fatalities between 2020 and 2021, with 12,330 persons dying in collisions connected to speeding in 2021. This figure amounted to nearly 29 percent of all traffic deaths. Additionally, there was a 7 percent increase in the expected number of injuries from speeding-related crashes. More motorcycle riders in fatal crashes—33 percent—were speeding than drivers of any other kind of vehicle. Speeding greatly increases the risk of being involved in a serious crash for a number of reasons. If you or someone close to you is hurt by a reckless driver, you should consult a qualified lawyer to pursue a strong claim for compensation.
It can be hard to pick up the pieces on your own after a serious car crash. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for your legal rights. Our Overland Park car crash lawyer can answer any of your questions during a free consultation. Call us today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
