Overland Park, KS (October 11, 2024) – On Thursday, October 10, there were reported injuries after a car accident in the Overland Park area. The collision occurred at the corner of W. 83rd Street and Robinson Street that morning at around 11:49 a.m. Emergency crews were quickly sent to the scene to render aid to the involved parties.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The crash victims were treated at the scene by attending medical personnel. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident 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.
High-Speed Collisions in Kansas
More than one-third of all car accidents in Kansas in 2021 were caused by drivers going too fast for the conditions of the road. Studies done in the last 30 days show that more than 48 percent of drivers have gone faster than the speed limit, despite most drivers claiming that going 15 miles per hour faster than the limit could be dangerous. Last year, speeding led to about 6,922 injury accidents and 282 deadly collisions in Kansas. Working with a strong legal team is important if a big car accident hurts you or someone you care about. This will help you make a strong personal injury claim and get full compensation.
It can be difficult to navigate the aftermath of a serious crash on your own. It’s always in your best interests to work closely with a respected Kansas Law Firm to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is prepared to fight for your full recovery. Give us a call today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case. We can answer any questions that you may have about your legal rights during a free initial consultation.