Overland Park, KS (April 17, 2024) – A crash with injuries was reported in the area of Overland Park on Monday, April 15. The accident was reported at the corner of Nall Avenue and W. 119th Street late that afternoon around 5:03 p.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render the necessary aid to the involved parties.
At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, but the number and severity of the related damages have not been determined. The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transferred to local hospitals for further treatment. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were later dispatched in order to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Kansas Distracted Driving Accidents
Data from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) indicates that in 2021, distracted driving was thought to be a contributing factor in 18.1 percent of the reported crashes in the state. Every year, distracted driving-related crashes claim the lives of over 3,000 individuals across the country, and hundreds of thousands more suffer serious injuries. Texting and driving is one of many examples of distracted driving, and it has become much more widespread with the growing popularity of cell phones. According to statistics, when you are distracted while driving, you can look away from the road nearly 10 percent of the time. Drivers who do not pay attention to the road should be held responsible in the event of a serious auto accident.
You may be able to pursue a personal injury claim after being hurt in a serious crash. A trained Overland Park personal injury lawyer will be able to fight for your full recovery. If you are ready to get started on your case, contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
