Peabody, KS (July 13, 2024) – On Thursday, July 11, two people were killed following a car accident outside of Peabody. The deadly collision was reported on US-50 early that morning around 6:25 a.m. Local reports indicated that 41-year-old Travis Flasschoen of Wichita was traveling eastbound in a 2017 GMC Acadia as 71-year-old John Ireland of Cottonwood Falls was headed west in a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe.
For unknown reasons, Flasschoen veered left of center and collided head-on with the oncoming Hyundai. Both drivers sustained fatal injuries in the impact and were pronounced dead at the scene. Both sides of the highway were shut down following the collision. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.
Deadly Head-on Collisions in Kansas
There is a substantially higher likelihood of fatal injuries in head-on crashes. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) estimates that the fatality rate from these crashes is approximately 56%, which is far higher than the rate from other types of auto accidents. Although irresponsible drivers who swerve into oncoming traffic are usually to blame for these collisions, other factors including malfunctioning vehicles or poor road conditions might also involved. Colliding with someone head-on has the potential to be lethal, and it almost always results in significant injuries. Despite making up less than 2 percent of all crashes nationwide, these incidents cause more than 10 percent of all reported traffic fatalities annually. If someone close to you is killed in a collision, you should pursue a wrongful death claim with the help of a qualified lawyer.
It is difficult to navigate the complicated claims process on your own. A competent Peabody wrongful death lawyer will be ready to fight for the recovery you are owed during this time. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for the full recovery you need. Contact us today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
