Hoisington, KS (August 7, 2024) – A rollover crash in the Hoisington area on Monday, August 5, left three people injured. The collision occurred at the intersection of 90 Road and US-281 early that morning around 7:30 a.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.
When officials arrived, they found a vehicle overturned with an occupant pinned inside, and two other cars had significant damage. It was later revealed that the driver of a white Pontiac G6 had stopped to make a left turn onto 90 Road, and a gray Honda Accord was stopped behind the Pontiac. It was then that a white Chevrolet Tahoe hit the rear of the Honda before becoming airborne. The Tahoe landed in front of the G6 as it was making the turn. The driver of the Chevy was pinned inside and had to be extricated by responding emergency crews. All three drivers were transported to Clara Barton Hospital in Hoisington for treatment. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Rollover Accidents in Kansas
A rollover crash is always a terrible experience. These crashes have only increased in frequency in recent years, which has resulted in a rise in the number of deaths across the country. A total of 7,640 people in passenger cars lost their lives in rollover collisions nationally in 2021 alone. Crash statistics show that unrestrained passengers accounted for the bulk of these deaths. About 85 percent of rollovers that result in deaths involve just one automobile, with the remaining 15 percent involving two or more vehicles. You should partner with a trained Hoisington car accident lawyer to pursue a strong claim for compensation following a life-changing auto accident. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for your legal rights to protect your full recovery. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to discuss your situation with an experienced attorney.
