Maple Hill, KS (June 27, 2024) – On Wednesday, June 26, two people were hurt after a rollover crash in the Maple Hill area. The incident was reported around 3:16 a.m. at Interstate 70 EB and Keene-Eskridge Road. The victims were traveling eastbound on the highway in a 2024 Freightliner Cascadia when the rig overturned due to high wind.
The truck came to a risk in the south ditch. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The driver, 23-year-old Keegan Schiefelbein of Wichita, and a passenger, 22-year-old Donnavon Schiefelbein also from Wichita, were hurt and transported to Stormfront Vail Hospital by ambulance for the treatment of sustained injuries. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information 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.
Rollover Accidents in Kansas
A major crash might happen almost at any time when you are on the road. A rollover is one of the most deadly kinds of crashes reported on American roads. Passengers run the risk of being ejected and suffering catastrophic injuries in the event of a rollover. Unrestrained passengers are more likely to be thrown from the vehicle and die from their injuries. However, statistics reveal that over 33 percent of the passengers who were ejected in a rollover were safely fastened in their seat belts, proving that you can still suffer serious injuries even while you are restrained. Approximately 75 percent of rollover fatalities involve unrestrained occupants, making up the majority of related deaths. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a serious collision, you need to be ready to pursue a claim with the help of a qualified Maple Hill personal injury lawyer. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to get to work on your case. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
