Lenexa, KS (March 4, 2024) – A motorcyclist was hurt following a two-vehicle crash in the Lenexa area on Sunday, March 3. The accident was reported that afternoon at around 1:02 p.m. on Interstate 35 SB near 95th Street. A 2007 Suzuki motorcycle operated by 23-year-old Efrain Anthony Santiago of Olathe was traveling southbound when it collided with a 2020 Hyundai Elantra driven by 64-year-old Christopher Thomas Hamilton of Kansas City, MO.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. Santiago was transported to Overland Park Regional for treatment of sustained injuries. No additional injuries have been reported at this time.
The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being handled by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Distracted Driving Crashes in Kansas
When it comes to roadway safety, few things are as concerning as distracted driving, especially here in Kansas. This reckless habit puts everyone on the road in danger. Statistics show that drivers who engage in distraction behind the wheel will have their eyes off the road an estimated 10 percent of the time. According to findings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA), a total of 3,522 people were killed by distracted drivers in the United States in 2021 alone, with hundreds of thousands more being seriously injured.
You need to be sure that you are able to make informed decisions following a life-changing auto accident. Many crash victims make the mistake of trying to handle their claim for recovery alone, but this can be incredibly difficult. It is crucial that you are able to get the maximum amount of compensation available in your case, and a qualified Lenexa personal injury lawyer can help maximize your claim. Contact the law offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
