Lacygne, KS (August 7, 2024) – A driver was hurt after a two-vehicle crash in the Lacygne area on Tuesday, August 6. The collision took place on US-69 near K-152 that afternoon around 12:15 p.m. Local reports revealed that 59-year-old Jeffrey Daniel Thoele of Lacygne was traveling south in a New Holland tractor in the right lane.
It was then that a 2020 Freightliner driven by 52-year-old Christopher Scott Drake of Sikeston, MO approached the tractor from behind. The truck hit the back of the tractor, causing it to overturn. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene. Thoele was injured and transported to Overland Park Regional Hospital for treatment. No updates on the accident are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Semi-Truck Collisions in Kansas
Passengers in personal cars are more vulnerable in the event of a semi-truck crash. These massive vehicles have a reputation for inflicting life-changing injuries and financial damages. In 2020, there were 13.49 fatal heavy truck collisions per million residents in the United States. Between 2010 and 2011, there was an almost 27 percent rise in the number of truck accidents. Statistics show that roughly every 90 trucking accidents result in a fatality. It’s challenging to heal on your own after a serious truck accident. If you or a loved one is hurt in a catastrophic 18-wheeler accident, an experienced lawyer can help you build a strong compensation case.
Your very way of life can be on the line after a serious crash involving a massive semi-truck. You must be ready to protect your legal rights by working closely with a competent legal team. The Lacygne semi-truck accident lawyers at Bretz Injury Law are ready to get to work on your case and make sure your legal rights are secured. We have a proven history of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries after 18-wheeler accidents. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
