Hoisington, KS (September 3, 2024) – There were several reported injuries after an accident involving an all-terrain vehicle outside of Hoisington on Sunday, September 1. The accident was reported in a field west of the city late that night. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.
Local reports indicated that the victims were riding the ATV when it overturned in the field. Three people were reportedly injured and transported to a local hospital for treatment. At this time, the circumstances leading to the incident have not yet been determined. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident 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.
ATV Crashes in Kansas
ATV riding can be a lot of fun, but these vehicles are not exactly safe. Every year, a lot of people are hurt or killed in ATV crashes nationwide. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that 112,300 accidents involving these vehicles were treated in American hospital emergency rooms in 2020. Over the course of five years, 96 percent of these related accidents were caused by ATVs. In fact, ATVs were involved in nearly 1,566 fatal accidents. These vehicles can easily overturn, causing riders to be ejected and sustain life-changing injuries. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a competent legal team to get the most out of your case.
Being injured in a crash is always a devastating experience. The steps you take now can determine the rest of your life. We are here to make sure that you can get the most out of your case. Contact a Hoisington personal injury lawyer if you are ready to get started on your claim. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for you. Call us today at 620-524-0080.
