Overland Park, KS (October 7, 2024) – A serious car accident in the Overland Park area required support from local paramedics on Sunday, October 6. The collision was reported at around 4:04 p.m. on Interstate 435 EB near Lamar Avenue. There were confirmed injuries at the scene.
At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The crash victims were later transported to a nearby hospital for additional support. The area was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. While no additional information on the accident is currently available, law enforcement is investigating the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Reckless Driving Crashes Kansas
Reckless driving is a risk to everyone’s safety on the road. Distracted driving is on the road, and approximately 14,000 deadly distracted driving were reported nationwide from 2017 and 2021. A total of 3,522 people lost their lives as a result of distracted driving on American roads in 2021 alone. The probability of being involved in a serious crash increases when a motorist is even slightly distracted, and the latest data backs up the notion that distracted drivers lose their concentration on the road about 10 percent of the time. In Kansas in 2022, distracted drivers were involved in about 17 percent of all reported car accidents. If you or a loved one is injured in an accident and want to pursue a compensation claim, you should speak with a knowledgeable attorney to get started on your recovery.
The steps you take after a crash can determine the rest of your life. That’s why it’s always in your best interests to work closely with a determined Overland Park personal injury lawyer to make sure your case is handled properly from start to finish. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of success in the law. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
