Overland Park, KS (October 11, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries following a vehicle collision in the Overland Park area on Thursday, October 10. The crash was reported that morning, around 8:01 a.m., at the corner of W. 87th Street and Mastin Street. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties.
The area was temporarily closed while authorities were present to assist at the scene. At least one person involved in the crash sustained injuries. The injured parties were transported to local hospitals for further support after being treated at the scene. The area was later reopened to outside traffic after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and additional details 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.
Car Crashes in Kansas
Kansas residents live their lives on the open road, and the state has a lot of major car accidents. There’s a chance of getting hurt in an unexpected car accident every time you get on the road, and it can be hard to get better on your own. Car accidents are the main cause of death and major injuries in the United States, according to the numbers. On American roads, there are almost six million car accidents every year, and more than three million people are hurt. Most major accidents in Kansas are caused by drivers who are distracted, speeding, or intoxicated. Statistics show that drunk drivers and passengers who are not restrained are regular causes of fatal crashes in the state. To get the money you deserve if a careless driver hurts you or someone you care about, you need to be ready to work with a trained Overland Park car accident lawyer to win your case. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.