Johnson County, KS (August 24, 2024) – One person died in an accident just before 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, in Johnson County, according to authorities who reported to the scene this evening.
The crash involving a minivan and a semi-truck occurred in the area of East Old 56 Highway and South Lone Elm Road in Olathe, according to Olathe Police Sergeant John Moncayo.
First responders found the driver and sole occupant of the minivan was a 77-year-old woman who was unresponsive. Life-saving measures were performed on the woman while on the site, but she was later declared deceased, per the latest details provided by Moncayo. The 42-year-old male driver of the semi-truck remained on the scene and cooperated with officials, though it’s unclear if he was also injured in the collision.
This case remains under investigation by the Olathe Police Department. Police have not released the name of the woman who died. However, anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Olathe Police Department. No further information on the collision is currently available in the interim.
We offer our deepest condolences to the deceased woman’s loved ones. Our thoughts are with any injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Semi-Truck Accidents in Kansas
When a large semi-truck is on the road, nearly every other driver in a smaller passenger vehicle is at risk. These enormous vehicles have a history of causing both monetary losses and injuries that could change a person’s life. In one recent year, there were more than 13 fatal heavy truck collisions per million people in the United States, with an almost 27% increase in truck accidents over the last decade.
According to statistics, a trucking accident results in a death approximately every 90 seconds. It’s difficult to recover from a severe truck accident on your own. An experienced attorney can assist you in constructing a compelling compensation case if you or a loved one sustains injuries in a serious 18-wheeler accident.
It is difficult to manage the aftermath of a crash, but one involving a large commercial truck is even harder. It is even more important that you have a competent Johnson County semi-truck accident lawyer on your side. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for your legal rights during this time. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
