Chanute, KS (June 12, 2024) – A cyclist was seriously injured after a collision in the Chanute area on Tuesday, June 11. The accident was reported early around 11:52 a.m. on S. Santa Fe Avenue. Local reports revealed that a 39-year-old Chanute man was driving a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro traveling southbound as a 67-year-old Chanute man was riding a bicycle on the sidewalk.
The driver reportedly made a right turn into Santa Fe Park when the rider collided with the Camaro. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The injured rider was transported to a local hospital by ambulance for the treatment of serious injuries. The driver was not hurt in the collision. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident 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.
Bicycle Accidents in Kansas
In Kansas, a lot of people like to bike. Sadly, cyclists are often susceptible to dangers on the road. Over 8,000 bike and pedestrian collisions have occurred in the state in the past ten years. These accidents resulted in 298 fatalities and 971 serious injuries. Most of the victims were younger than 30 years old. Every year, bicycle accidents claim the lives of around 900 individuals in the United States, and in a recent year, bicycle accidents accounted for almost 2 percent of all road fatalities. If you or a loved one is hurt in a bicycle accident, you need to be ready to take the necessary steps to protect your legal rights by working with a knowledgeable attorney.
You do not want to take any chances with your recovery after being hurt in a bike crash. A competent Chanute personal injury lawyer will be ready to get to work on your case and fight to protect your legal rights. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.
