Goddard, KS (September 2, 2024) – Two people were injured after a collision in the Goddard area on Sunday, September 1st. The crash took place at the corner of Crown Avenue and Kellogg Avenue early that morning, around 11:30 a.m. Local reports revealed that a black pickup truck rear-ended a red vehicle that was stopped at a traffic light at the intersection.
A nearby witness, a local nurse, stopped to provide aid to the driver of the red car. The driver of the vehicle was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. A passenger in the car was also hurt and hospitalized for treatment. The driver of the truck was not seriously injured in the crash. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Rear-End Collision in Kansas
About 1.7 million rear-end accidents happen on American roads every year. Over 1,700 people die in these kinds of accidents every year. Statistics show that almost 87 percent of rear-end crashes are caused by drivers who are not paying attention and that nearly 29 percent of all major injury crashes and 85 percent of neck injuries are caused by rear-end collisions. About 81 percent of these crashes happen when a car is stopped. The number of these crashes has increased greatly in recent years, largely due to the growing issue of distracted driving on American roads. If you or someone you care about gets hurt in an accident, you should talk to an experienced lawyer right away to build a strong case for compensation.
The road to recovery can be long and difficult after a serious crash. It is important that you work closely with a trained Goddard personal injury lawyer to get the most out of your case. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.
