Overland Park, KS (October 17, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a car crash in the Overland Park area on Wednesday, October 16. The collision was reported that afternoon around 12:23 p.m. at the corner of Metcalf Avenue and W. 93rd Street. At least one person involved in the accident was hurt.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serious car accident. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The crash victims were treated at the scene by attending paramedics before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting 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 Auto Accidents
Driving is a normal part of life in Kansas, and car accidents are still the main cause of death and major injuries in the state. According to the Kansas Traffic Crash Facts Book, there were over 57,000 car accidents in the state in 2021, with 281 deadly accidents killing 424 people. That year, more than 12,000 people were hurt in collisions across the state. Every year, there are almost six million car accidents in the United States. Tens of thousands of people are killed and more than three million are hurt in these crashes on average. When you’ve been in a serious car accident, you should always work closely with an experienced lawyer to pursue the strongest claim possible.
You have a right to pursue lost compensation against the at-fault party to be made whole again after a life-changing crash. A trained Overland Park car accident lawyer will be able to fight to protect your legal rights. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries. Contact us today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
