Junction City, KS (August 2, 2024) – A two-vehicle crash in the Junction City area on Thursday, August 1, ended in fatal injuries. The accident on Interstate 70 in Geary County around 11:50 a.m. A semi-truck and a motorcycle reportedly collided at the scene.
Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The collision took place in an area under construction. It was initially reported that the impact was a head-on crash. The man on the motorcycle suffered fatal injuries in the crash and was later pronounced dead. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Semi-Truck Accidents in Kansas
Large commercial trucks are all over Kansas roads and highways. These massive vehicles can be completely devastating in the event of a crash. On Kansas’s roadways, there are a lot of recorded semi-truck crashes each year. A total of 3,316 large or heavy vehicle collisions in 2021 caused serious or even fatal injuries. Nationwide, over 500,000 trucking accidents throughout the country result in hundreds of fatalities and countless serious injuries. If a trucking accident results in catastrophic injuries to you or a loved one, you should be prepared to work with a knowledgeable attorney to develop a compelling compensation claim.
Losing someone close to you in a crash is never easy. You must have a skilled legal team on your side to make sure your legal rights are protected. Families are often dealing with intense emotions after the death of a loved one, and a competent Junction City semi-truck accident lawyer can help you in your pursuit of justice. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping grieving families pursue successful cases. Call us today at 620-524-0080.
