Overland Park, KS (September 26, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a car accident in the Overland Park area on Wednesday, September 25. The collision occurred on Interstate 435 EB near Metcalf Avenue near Merriam Drive at around 7:36 a.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render the necessary medical aid.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel, and those requiring further support were later hospitalized to undergo additional treatment. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided at this time. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Kansas Car Crashes
The road plays an important role in the daily lives of Kansas residents, and every time you drive, you have a chance of being hurt in a major car crash. Every year, more than six million car crashes happen in the United States. Over two million people are permanently injured in these accidents, and on average, 40,000 people are killed. Kansas also has a high rate of serious collisions. There were more than 57,000 car accidents in the state in 2021. That year, 381 accidents killed 424 people, and more than 12,000 others were injured on the state’s roads. If you or a loved one is hurt in a crash, you should pursue a strong claim for recovery by working closely with a trained legal team.
It is difficult to get the full recovery you are owed when you try to handle your recovery alone. The trusted Kansas car accident lawyers from Bretz Injury Law are ready to fight to defend your legal rights. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case with the help of a skilled legal team. You will be glad you did.
