Overland Park, KS (May 6, 2024) – At least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car accident in Overland Park on Sunday, May 5. The collision occurred at the intersection of W. 135th Street and Glenwood Street that afternoon around 3:24 p.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render aid to the injured parties.
The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. The injured parties were provided aid by attending paramedics. Ambulances were present to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. The severity of the resulting injuries has not yet been determined. No additional information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates 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.
Distracted Driving Crashes in Kansas
Across the country, distracted driving has quickly risen to become one of the leading causes of serious crashes nationwide. There were 84 documented crashes involving distracted driving in Kansas in a recent year. Distracted driving can cause you to take your eyes off the road around 10 percent of the time, and texting while driving is extremely dangerous. You could easily travel the length of a football field at highway speeds in the time it takes to send one text message. More than 3,000 people are killed each year by distracted drivers on American roads, with over 400,00 confirmed injuries. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a serious crash, you may be able to pursue a full recovery with the help of a qualified lawyer.
Your ability to achieve a complete recovery will depend on the steps you take after a serious crash. When you work with a respected Kansas Law Firm, you will be in the best position to get the most out of your case. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to discuss your case with a trained lawyer.
