Kansas City, KS (July 13, 2024) – On Friday, July 12, there were reported injuries after a car accident in the Kansas City area. The crash was reported on Interstate 70 WB near mile marker 419.8 late that night around 9:20 p.m. Local reports revealed that a 2022 Dodge Durango 4DR sport utility vehicle was parked on the gore running stationary radar.
It was reported that a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck was traveling westbound on the interstate when it entered the gore and hit the rear of the Durango. The driver of the Chevy fled the scene without rendering aid. The driver of the Dodge, 30-year-old Andrew Zeller of Wichita, was injured in the collision and transported to Stormfront Vail Hospital for the treatment of sustained injuries. The Dodge was inoperable and had to be towed from the scene. No updates on the collision are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Hit-&-Run Accidents in Kansas
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) statistics reveal that hit-and-run crashes occur often in the United States. About nine hit-and-run deaths occur in Kansas each year, or about three deaths for every 10 billion miles driven. The 2021 Kansas Traffic Crash Facts Book states that there were 6,719 hit-and-runs in a year that led to $605,709,237 in damages. The rate of fatal hit-and-run accidents is increasing nationwide, resulting in thousands of deaths on American highways each year. After a significant collision, you must be prepared to pursue a compelling claim for compensation.
A qualified Kansas City car accident lawyer can help you get the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven track record of helping injured parties pursue successful claims. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080. We can answer any questions that you may have about your legal rights during a free initial consultation.
