Wichita, KS (August 21, 2024) – A driver was injured after a two-vehicle collision in the Wichita area on Tuesday, August 20. The accident took place on Interstate 235 near West Street early that morning around 7:47 a.m. Local reports revealed that a 2001 Ford Excursion and a 2016 Toyota Camry were exiting the highway toward US-54 at the time of the impact.
The driver of the Toyota, 21-year-old Aimee Marie White of Mulvane, slowed due to traffic. The driver of the Ford, 20-year-old Jacob Alexander Gnagy of Wichita, attempted to brake and perform an evasive maneuver. The Ford crashed into the rear of the Toyota. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. White was injured and transported by ambulance to Wesley West Emergency Room for the treatment of sustained injuries. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Rear-end Collisions in Kansas
It is hard to avoid a rear-end crash. The National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) believes that these kinds of accidents are among the most common in the United States, contributing to more than 28 percent of all reported collisions and almost 6 percent of all road deaths. Every year, there are more than 1.7 million rear-end collisions, which cause more than 500,000 injuries and 1,700 fatalities. According to statistics, the majority of these accidents are caused by drivers who are preoccupied with their phones and are unable to stop in time to escape an unexpected car that has pulled in front of them. After a car accident, achieving a full recovery might be difficult, and that is why you should consult with a qualified team of Wichita car accident lawyers to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is here to fight for you. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
