Kansas City, KS (June 21, 2024) – Two drivers were hurt after a vehicle collision in the Kansas City area on Thursday, June 20. The incident was reported on Interstate 70 EB near the 18th Street Expressway that afternoon around 4:52 p.m. Local reports revealed that a 2007 Chevrolet PC and a 2017 Hyundai 4D were traveling southbound on the interstate at the time of the crash.
The driver of the Hyundai, 25-year-old Rachel Marroquin-Pardo of Merriam, stopped due to traffic on the highway when it was hit from behind by the Chevy. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Both Marroquin-Pardo and the other driver, later identified as 41-year-old Raychel Custer of Kansas City, were injured in the collision and treated at the scene by attending medical personnel. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash 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.
Rear-end Collisions in Kansas
Rear-end crashes are the most commonly reported type of impact in the United States. These collisions total more than 1.7 million documented crashes every year, and these crashes result in 1,700 fatalities and 500,000 injuries on average. Rear-end collisions frequently result in an abrupt back-and-forth motion, meaning that injuries to the neck or spine are common. these types of injuries can last a lifetime and often require intensive medical care. It could take weeks, months, or even years for the resulting injuries to heal completely, Distracted driving is a common cause of these collisions, and the driver in the back is typically found to be to blame. If you or someone close to you is hurt in an auto accident, you should consult with a qualified Kansas City car accident lawyer to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for your legal rights at every stage of your case. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
