Overland Park, KS (August 17, 2024) – There were reported injuries after an auto accident in the area of Overland Park on Friday, August 16. The crash took place on W. 87th Street early that morning, around 7:35 a.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide the necessary medical aid.
The injured parties were provided aid at the scene before being transferred to local hospitals by ambulance for further support. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was closed for several hours while local authorities worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris in order to reopen the road to outside traffic. No additional information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Kansas Distracted Driving Crashes
Driving while distracted is a serious safety risk. From 2017 to 2021, there were about 14,000 fatal distracted driving collisions reported nationwide. In the United States, distracted driving claimed the lives of 3,522 individuals in 2021 alone. Driving while somewhat distracted raises the risk of getting involved in a catastrophic car accident for a number of reasons. The most recent research shows that distracted drivers lose their focus on the road about 10 percent of the time. The fact that in Kansas in 2022, distracted drivers were involved in almost 17 percent of all automobile accidents shows how common distracted driving has become in the state. You can pursue the best potential result for your case with the assistance of an experienced legal team.
Your ability to lead a normal life can be on the line after a crash. A skilled Overland Park personal injury lawyer at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for you. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your recovery with the help of an experienced legal team.
