Overland Park, KS (September 25, 2024) – On Tuesday, September 24, there were reported injuries in the aftermath of a vehicle collision in the Overland Park area. The accident was reported that afternoon around 3:02 p.m. at the intersection of W. 83rd Street and Metcalf Avenue. At least one person was reportedly injured according to initial reports.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized for additional help. At this time, the severity and number of the related injuries have not been confirmed. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident 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.
High-Speed Collisions in Kansas
When you speed, you become an active threat to everyone on the road. About one-third of all car accidents in Kansas in 2021 were caused by speeding drivers. Even though most drivers think it’s dangerous to exceed the speed limit by as little as 15 miles per hour, nearly 48 percent of drivers have sped in the last month. Speeding was a factor in 6,922 accidents that killed about 282 people in Kansas in 2021. You need to be able to work with a strong legal team to build a strong personal injury case and fight for fair compensation after a major car accident.
The aftermath of a car accident can be difficult to manage on your own. A trained Overland Park car accident lawyer will be ready to get to work to get you the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries. Contact our law offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your personal injury case with the help of an experienced Nevada law firm.
