Kansas City, KS (November 1, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a two-vehicle collision in the Kansas City area on Thursday, October 31. The accident took place on Interstate 70 WB near mile marker 416 in Wyandotte County that morning around 10:23 a.m. Local reports revealed that a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and a 2021 Ford F-250 pickup truck were traveling westbound at the time of the crash.
An erratic driver on the interstate caused the driver of the Ford, 32-year-old Alec Hill of Excelsior Springs, MO, slowed down, causing the pickup to be hit from behind by the Jeep, driven by 29-year-old Anna Wilson of Shawnee. Emergency responders were sent to the scene to assist the involved parties. Wilson was injured and transported to the Kansas University Medical Center by ambulance. No further information on the collision is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in Kansas
You never know when or if you’ll be in a car accident that could change your life. It just takes a few seconds to sustain lifelong injuries in a collision, and Kansas drivers are infamous for their careless driving. Car crashes continue to be the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries in the country. Nearly six million car crashes are reported nationwide each year, resulting in three million injuries. Every year, more than 40,000 people lose their lives while driving in America. After a serious collision, you must defend your legal rights by collaborating closely with an experienced legal team.
The team of Kansas City personal injury lawyers at Bretz Injury Law is here to help you if you or someone close to you is injured by a reckless driver. When you work closely with a competent accident lawyer, you will be able to get the most out of your case. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case with the help of a diligent legal team.
