Overland Park, KS (August 19, 2024) – A serious auto accident in the Overland Park area on Sunday, August 18, required support from local medical personnel. The accident occurred at the crossing of Metcalf Avenue and W. 87th Street around 12:35 p.m. The injured parties were provided immediate aid by attending paramedics.
At this time, the circumstances leading to the crash have not been provided. The injured parties were later transferred by ambulance to local hospitals for further support after being treated at the scene. Local authorities advised local drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Kansas
A driver who speeds always faces a higher risk of a serious collision. According to findings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately one-third of all traffic fatalities documented in the United States during the last two decades were caused by high-speed crashes. Speeding makes it more likely that you will lose control of your car and lengthens the stopping distance, which makes it harder for drivers to avoid serious crashes that could cause catastrophic injuries. This deadly combination claims hundreds of lives each year. You don’t want to pay the price for the carelessness of another motorist. You need to partner with a competent legal team to pursue the strong claim possible.
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