Manhattan, KS (April 16, 2024) – Three people were hurt following a two-vehicle collision in the Manhattan area on Monday, April 15. The crash was reported on K-18 late that night around 9 p.m. Local reports revealed that a 2010 Ford Fusion was traveling eastbound when it rear-ended a 2006 Lexus GS300 four-door sedan.
Emergency responders were rushed to the scene to render the necessary aid to the involved parties. The driver of the Ford, 24-year-old Jacob Crawford of Fort Gordon, GA, and the driver of the Lexus, 46-year-old Jeremy L. Harper of Junction City, were transported to Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan for treatment of sustained injuries. A passenger in the Lexus, 45-year-old Kristen M. Centlivre of Topeka, was also hospitalized. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident 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
It is hard to predict if or when you will be involved in a life-changing auto accident. When someone hits you from behind, it is almost impossible to know when it will happen unless your eyes are glued to the rearview mirror. With over 1.7 million reported crashes annually, rear-end collisions are the most commonly reported kind of collision in the United States. On average, there are 1,700 fatalities and 500,000 injuries caused by nearly two million rear-end crashes nationwide each year. In most cases, the driver from behind is at fault for these kinds of crashes, and the jerky motion caused by a rear impact can easily leave you with neck injuries or torsion.
Your recovery is too important to leave to chance during the difficult times that follow a car accident. A qualified Manhattan car crash lawyer will be able to fight for your full recovery during this difficult time. The trained legal team at Bretz Injury Law is here to help you protect your legal rights. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
