Wichita, KS (October 28, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a two-vehicle crash in Wichita on Sunday, October 27. The collision took place on Interstate 135 NB near 21st Street that night around 7:37 p.m. Local reports revealed that 29-year-old Mushukwabo Jumapili of Wichita was traveling northbound on the interstate in a 2011 Nissan Juke at the time of the crash.
For unknown reasons, Jumapili collided with a 2015 Ford Explorer driven by 39-year-old Vanessa Sanchez Herrera of Wichita. After the impact, the Nissan continued traveling north, crossing three lanes of traffic and hitting a median barrier wall. Emergency responders were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. A passenger in the Nissan, 18-year-old Yusuf Fataki of Wichita, was injured and transported by ambulance to Wesley Chapel Medical Center for the treatment of sustained injuries. No further information on the accident is currently available. However, an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Sideswipe Crashes in Kansas
Many of us see careless drivers changing lanes and driving on Kansas roads. Some drivers are known to be dangerous behind the wheel. It’s common for drivers to make unexpected lane changes and cause a sideswipe crash. In these accidents, the sides of two vehicles collide. In most cases, the vehicles are traveling in the same direction. According to statistics from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there are about 242,000 sideswipe accidents in the United States every year. These accidents hurt about 27,000 people and killed about 2,500. You can partner with a trusted legal team to pursue a strong claim for recovery if you or someone close to you is injured in a collision.
It can be hard to achieve the full recovery you are after a serious crash when you try to manage it on your own. You should always work closely with a diligent team of Wichita personal injury lawyers to get the most out of your case. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to arrange a free initial consultation with our skilled and compassionate lawyers.
