Shawnee, KS (November 13, 2024) – A driver was hurt after a two-vehicle collision in the Shawnee area on Tuesday, November 12. The accident took place on Interstate 435 SB near Holiday Drive early that morning, around 7:55 a.m. Local reports revealed that 58-year-old Cathy Jo Hull of Leavenworth was traveling south in a 2019 Ford Edge near a 2023 Lexus NX350 driven by a 63-year-old man from Kansas City.
Local reports revealed that Hull experienced a medical emergency that caused her to sideswipe the Lexus. Both vehicles came to a rest on the shoulder. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Mann was injured and transported by ambulance to Advent Health-South Hospital for treatment. None of the passengers in the Lexus or the other driver were injured. No further information on the collision is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Kansas Car Crashes
You never know when or if you’ll be in a car accident that could change your life. It just takes a few seconds to sustain lifelong injuries in a collision, and Kansas drivers are infamous for their careless driving. Car crashes continue to be the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries in the country. Nearly six million car crashes are reported nationwide each year, resulting in three million injuries. Every year, more than 40,000 people lose their lives while driving in America. After a serious collision, you must defend your legal rights by collaborating closely with an experienced legal team.
The team of Shawnee auto accident lawyers at Bretz Injury Law is here to help you if you or someone close to you is injured by a reckless driver. When you work closely with a competent accident lawyer, you will be able to get the most out of your case. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case with the help of our diligent legal team.
