Overland Park, KS (June 15, 2024) – On Friday, June 14, there were confirmed injuries following a traffic accident in the Overland Park area. The crash was reported at the intersection of Metcalf Avenue and Johnson Drive NW that night around 11:59 p.m. The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to local hospitals.
The circumstances leading to the collision have not yet been determined. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the site of the resulting wreckage and other debris and reopen the roadway. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Kansas Distracted Driving Crashes
Driving when distracted is one of the most dangerous things you can do behind the wheel. Between 2017 and 2021, there were almost 14,000 recorded fatal distracted driving collisions across the country. In 2021 alone, 3,522 people lost their lives as a result of distracted drivers nationwide. Driving while distracted raises the risk of getting into a potentially hazardous collision, with statistics showing that distracted drivers lose their focus on the road about 10 percent of the time. The fact that distracted drivers were involved in almost 17 percent of all auto accidents in Kansas in 2022 serves as evidence of how common distracted driving has become in recent years. If you or a loved one is hurt in an accident, you should consult with an experienced lawyer to build a compelling case for compensation
It is always in your best interests to work closely with a competent Overland Park personal injury lawyer to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has helped many people like you pursue full recoveries. If you are ready to get the most out of your case, contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
