Overland Park, KS (June 6, 2024) – A serious auto accident in the area of Overland Park on Wednesday, June 5, required support from local paramedics. The collision took place on W. 119th Street that evening around 7:10 p.m. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel.
There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the extent of the resulting damages has not yet been confirmed. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. The road was closed for several hours while paramedics were present, and tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris. No other information on the crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Crashes in Kansas
It is incredibly risky to drive when distracted. Nearly 14,000 deadly distracted driving crashes were reported countrywide between 2017 and 2021, and a total of 3,522 people lost their lives as a result of distracted drivers on American highways in 2021 alone. Being partially distracted while operating a car increases your chances of being involved in a possibly dangerous collision. Roughly 10 percent of the time, distracted drivers take their eyes off the road. The prevalence of distracted driving in recent years is demonstrated by the fact that in Kansas in 2022, distracted drivers were involved in about 17 percent of all auto accidents. To pursue a claim for compensation if you or a loved one is injured in an accident, you need to speak with an experienced attorney to pursue a strong compensation claim.
You do not want to gamble with your recovery after a life-changing auto accident. An Overland Park car crash lawyer will be ready to fight for you. The Kansas law firm Bretz Injury Law is prepared to work on your case and secure the most compensation possible. Give us a call today at 620-524-0080.
