Overland Park, KS (July 21, 2024) – A serious auto accident with injuries required support from local paramedics in the Overland Park area on Saturday, July 20. The crash took place late that evening around 7:22 p.m. on US-69 SB near W. 87th Street. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
There were reported injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transferred to local hospitals by ambulance for additional support. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been confirmed. Local authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays while emergency crews were present. 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.
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 drive too fast, you endanger not only other drivers but also yourself and everyone else on the road. Speeding raises the risk of a catastrophic collision. This reckless behavior increases the likelihood of an accident and makes driving more difficult, especially on wet roads. Nearly 12,000 individuals in the United States lost their lives as a result of speeding drivers in 2021 alone—more than 33 deaths every day. Roughly 22 percent of all fatalities resulting from speeding happen on roads coated in rain or snow. It could be difficult to pursue a full recovery on your own following a major crash. You need to be prepared to aggressively pursue a compensation claim with a knowledgeable attorney’s help.
The respected Overland Park personal injury lawyers from Bretz Injury Law are here to help you during this time. We are ready to fight to make sure your legal rights are protected and that you get the full recovery you are owed. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
