Overland Park, KS (June 27, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a car accident in the Overland Park area on Wednesday, June 26. The collision was reported that night around 5:52 p.m. at the corner of W. 76th Street and Metcalf Avenue. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The crash victims were later transported to a local hospital by ambulance for additional support The circumstances leading to the crash were not included in the initial reports. The area was closed for several hours while local authorities worked to clear the scene, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local authorities, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Crashes in Kansas
It is impossible to predict whether or not you will be in a catastrophic accident. Every year in Kansas, hundreds of individuals lose their lives in automobile accidents, and many more sustain severe injuries. According to crash data, 2021 was the fourth most deadly year in the state for car accidents during the past ten years. According to the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), 381 fatal crashes claimed the lives of 424 people that year. The high frequency of fatal crashes in the state is largely due to two contributing factors: alcohol and unrestrained passengers. If you or a loved one is hurt in a car accident, you need to be ready to pursue a strong claim for compensation with the help of a knowledgeable Overland car crash lawyer. A respected Kansas law firm is ready to fight for your legal rights during this time. If you are ready to get to work on your personal injury claim, contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.
