Overland Park, KS (March 26, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a vehicle collision in the Overland Park area on Monday, March 25. The accident was reported at the corner of Metcalf Avenue and 135th Street that afternoon at around 2:28 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized for additional support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is underway.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Crashes in Kansas
For most people in Kansas, driving is a way of life. Unfortunately, the more time you spend driving, the higher the chance that you may be in a serious collision. The Kansas Traffic Crash Facts Book states that in 2021 there were 57,598 recorded auto accidents across the entire state. A total of 424 people lost their lives as a result of 381 deadly crashes. A total of 12,874 people were hurt in the collisions. There are over six million recorded car crashes annually across the country with over two million people suffering lifelong injuries and 40,000 people losing their lives. In order to pursue a good claim for compensation, it is always to your best advantage to speak with a lawyer.
Navigating the aftermath of a serious crash can be difficult on your own. You need to do everything in your power to pursue the fullest possible compensation in your case. That is why you should partner with a trained Overland Park car crash lawyer. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to get to work on your case in order to get the full value of your case. Contact our law offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your claim.
