Lawrence, KS (July 11, 2024) – On Wednesday, July 10, a serious car crash in the Overland Park area required support from local paramedics. The collision occurred early that afternoon around 1:39 p.m. at the corner of Iowa Street and W. 27th Street. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render the necessary aid. The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transferred to local hospitals by ambulance for further support. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. 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.
Car Accidents in Kansas
Over 132,000 persons, including drivers and pedestrians, were involved in over 58,500 traffic accidents in Kansas in a recent year, according to data from the Kansas Department of Transportation. These collisions resulted in many serious injuries and fatalities. Statistics reveal that a total of 350 people died as a result of these accidents, or one death almost every day. In Kansas, there was an accident every nine minutes on the roads. These crashes resulted in the injuries of almost 18,000 people in total. After a life-changing car accident, you must be able to pursue a strong claim for compensation by working closely with a trained injury attorney.
Your entire way of life can change in a matter of seconds after a serious car accident. You never know when you or someone close to you will be hurt in a crash, and a competent Overland Park car accident lawyer will be able to fight for your full recovery. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law can be reached at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
