Lincoln, KS (July 30, 2024) – A multi-vehicle crash outside of Lincoln on Monday, July 29, resulted in injuries. The collision took place on Interstate 135 near mile marker 5.4 that afternoon, around 2:10 p.m. Local reports revealed that 21-year-old Azarion Lindsey of Wichita was traveling southbound in a 1999 Dodge Durango in the third lane as a 2011 Ford Fusion and a 2006 Honda Ridgeline were headed south in the second lane.
Lindsey changed lanes and crashed into the rear of the Ford. The driver of the Fusion, a 17-year-old Wichita resident, struck a barrier wall before crossing the lanes and hitting the Ridgeline. The driver of the Ford was injured and transported to St. Joseph Hospital for the treatment of sustained injuries. No other injuries were reported in the collision. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Lane Change Crashes in Kansas
You never really know what a reckless driver will do behind the wheel. There is always a chance of being hurt when you share the road. Unsafe lane changes resulted in over 451,000 motor vehicle incidents in the US in a recent year, according to U.S. Department of Transportation crash records from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). According to a recent study, hazardous lane changes and merges may be the cause of 5 percent of reported traffic accidents. Statistics show that changing lanes is involved in nearly one in ten auto accidents. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a qualified lawyer to get the most out of recovery.
You should do everything possible to maximize your case. That often means collaborating with a trained Lincoln personal injury lawyer who has a proven history of handling successful injury cases. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is here to fight for you. Contact our offices today at 20-524-0080.
