Merriam, KS (July 28, 2024) – A teenager from Olathe was killed while trying to assist at the scene of a separate crash outside of Merriam on Saturday, July 27. The deadly accident took place on Interstate 35 NB that afternoon around 2 p.m. Local reports indicated that 21-year-old Joselin M. Laynez Flores of Guatemala rear-ended a Chevrolet Equinox driven by 25-year-old Paula Baird of Kansas City.
Before the crash, a Honda CRV driven by a 17-year-old Spring Hill resident pulled over onto the shoulder. A passenger in the Honda, a 17-year-old Olathe resident, exited the vehicle to assist the pulled-over Chevy. The Olathe teen was running up to the Equinox when it was hit, and he was ultimately struck and killed. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident 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.
Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Kansas
There is a chance that you could get severe injuries if you are injured as a pedestrian. You can easily be hit by a distracted driver while crossing the road. Unfortunately, Kansas’s reputation for pedestrian safety is less than stellar. In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in the incidence of pedestrian fatalities. In 2021, pedestrians were involved in 17 percent of road fatalities across the country, and statistics show that most victims are between the ages of 55 and 64. If a loved one is killed in a pedestrian collision, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit to get lost compensation by working closely with a competent lawyer.
A deadly collision can be hard to manage on your own. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a qualified Merriam pedestrian accident lawyer to make sure your legal rights are protected. The Bretz Injury Law legal team is ready to work on your case. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
