Overland Park, KS (June 22, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a car crash in the Overland Park area on Friday, June 21. The collision was reported that morning around 10:15 a.m. at the corner of W. 138th Street and Metcalf Avenue. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serious auto accident. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The crash victims were treated at the scene by attending paramedics before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash 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 Wrecks in Kansas
The greatest cause of fatalities and serious injuries in Kansas is automobile accidents. Nearly every day, someone is injured or killed on the state’s roads, and over six million auto accidents are reported in the United States each year. Car crashes result in about 40,000 fatalities and three million injuries nationwide on average. A driver’s error was a contributing factor in around 90 percent of auto accidents. This means that even the most devastating collisions are completely preventable. It would be easy to suffer life-altering injuries and substantial losses due to another person’s negligence.
You do not have to be on your own after a serious collision. As soon as you can, you should consult with an experienced Overland Park personal injury attorney to start constructing your case and aiming for a full recovery. It can be difficult to protect your legal rights on your own. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is prepared to fight for you. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case. We will be able to help guide you through the complicated claims process to protect your right to full compensation.
