Wichita, KS (August 25, 2024) – One person is in critical condition after a motorcycle crash that took place in the greater south Wichita region on Sunday afternoon, August 25.
It happened around 1:45 p.m. near the intersection of MacArthur Road and Gold Street. Local law enforcement officials are managing an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash and have not released extensive details. That said, Sedgwick County Dispatch confirmed that one person was transported to the hospital in critical condition. No other information has been released in the interim, and witnesses were asked to step forward as soon as possible.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Motorcycle Accidents in Kansas
Riding a motorcycle on the open road is an experience like nothing else. Even the most experienced motorcycle riders are aware of the serious dangers of sharing the road. Riders run the chance of suffering lifelong injuries in an accident.
At the same time, riding a motorcycle leaves you exposed to the dangers of the road. According to data, there was an almost 10% rise in motorcycle fatalities from 5,045 to nearly 5,580 deaths in a recent year. Motorcyclists have a risk of death that is approximately 28 times higher than the average person in a motor vehicle, and they have a risk of serious injury that is four times higher than the typical person in a passenger car that offers greater protection.
What’s more, although they make up less than 3% of all registered cars, motorcycles are responsible for 14% or more of all fatalities that occur on the roads, according to the most recent numbers that were provided by traffic experts and authorities.
Recovering from severe injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident can be challenging. To make the most of your case, it is always to your advantage to collaborate closely with an experienced Wichita motorcycle accident lawyer. By assisting injured clients in their pursuit of full recoveries, the legal team at Bretz Injury Law has demonstrated a track record of success. To get started on your case with the assistance of a skilled attorney, please call our offices at 620-524-0080 right away.
