Salina, KS (September 12, 2024) – Two people were injured following an auto accident in the Salina area on Wednesday, September 11. The crash was reported on Interstate 135 SB near W. Stimmel Road that afternoon around 3 p.m. Local reports revealed that a 2024 Volvo and a 2022 Dodge Ram pickup truck were traveling southbound when the driver of the Volvo, 45-year-old Abdifatah Hassan of Saint Cloud, MN, made an illegal U-turn after missing the exit for I-70.
The Volvo crossed the median and collided with the Dodge. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Hassan and the driver of the Ram pickup, 66-year-old Dirk Speed of Salina, were injured in the impact. Both drivers were transported by ambulance to Salina Regional Health Center for treatment. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
U-Turn Crashes in Kansas
Drivers are known to engage in reckless actions behind the wheel. Sometimes drivers will make potentially dangerous maneuvers like U-turns on the road. This is perfectly safe when there is a designated lane, but it can be dangerous when there isn’t. These are known as illegal U-turns and can cause serious injuries in the event of a crash. Recent numbers show that intersections are the scene of about a quarter of all traffic deaths in the United States. Many of these deaths are caused by illegal U-turns. Trying to make one at any of these maneuvers at a crossroads greatly raises the risk of an accident. If you or someone close to you is seriously hurt in a collision, you need to be ready to pursue a strong claim for recovery with the help of a competent legal team. A trained Salina personal injury lawyer will be ready to fight for the full recovery you are owed. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
