Greensburg, KS (September 12, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a two-vehicle collision in the Greensburg area on Wednesday, September 11. The accident occurred at the US-54 and US-183 interchange that night around 6:41 p.m. A 2022 Kenworth semi tractor-trailer operated by 33-year-old Elby N. Nkufi of Cedar Rapids, IA was traveling northbound on US-183 as 29-year-old Bobby L. Horton of Macks Creek, MO was headed east on US-54 in a 2024 Kenworth semi-truck.
For unknown reasons, Nkufi failed to stop at a stop sign at the intersection and crashed into the other Kenworth. The impact caused the first truck to jackknife and come to rest with its cab facing northbound. The other rig also overturned, blocking the highway. Emergency responders were rushed to the scene to render aid, and both truck drivers were transported by ambulance to Kiowa County Memorial for the treatment of sustained injuries. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is underway.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
18-Wheeler Crashes in Kansas
Kansas is a state that plays an important role in the national transportation infrastructure. This means that many semi-trucks travel across the state’s roads, sharing the highways with other vehicles. Over 500,000 big truck accidents happen every year in the United States. These accidents result in over 5,000 fatalities on average per year, with many more suffering serious injuries Half-ton trucks are dangerous when they crash into smaller cars because they can weigh up to 70,000 pounds when they’re fully loaded. Because they have to work long hours on the road, truck drivers are often stressed out and make bad choices that cause terrible crashes. If you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt in a trucking accident, it is always in your best interests to work closely with a competent Greenburg semi-truck crash lawyer. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
