Mullinville, KS (August 24, 2024) – In the Mullinville area of Kiowa County, a major pedestrian accident occurred shortly after noon on Wednesday, resulting in the death of a northwest Kansas man. Officers have since identified the victim in connection with the crash, per reports released over the weekend.
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2016 International semi-truck, operated by 67-year-old Charles D. Cunningham from Pleasant Hope, was traveling west on U.S. Highway 54 at the intersection with 10th Avenue in Mullinville. During this incident, a pedestrian named Richard Hubbard, aged 50 from Phillipsburg, was crossing U.S. Highway 54 while walking north on 10th Avenue when he was struck by the semi.
Despite life-saving measures attempted by EMTs, Hubbard was pronounced dead at the scene. Cunningham was uninjured in the accident. No other injuries were reported in the collision. The area was temporarily closed as local authorities worked to clear the scene. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
We offer our deepest condolences to the family of Richard Hubbard at this time.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Kansas
If you are hurt while walking, you run the risk of suffering serious injuries. When crossing the street, it is very easy for a driver who is distracted to hit you. Unfortunately, Kansas has a bad reputation when it comes to pedestrian safety. The number of pedestrian fatalities has noticeably increased in recent years.
According to the latest data, pedestrians were involved in nearly 17% of all traffic fatalities nationwide in the most recent year for which numbers were released, with the majority of casualties being between the ages of 55 and 64. Working closely with an experienced attorney, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim to recover lost compensation if a loved one is killed in a pedestrian collision.
It is difficult to handle the aftermath of a deadly collision on your own. You have legal rights, and you need to fight to make sure you can get justice during this difficult time. A compassionate and caring Mullinville wrongful death lawyer will be ready to fight for you. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
