Topeka, KS (April 8, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a car crash outside of Topeka on Saturday, April 6. The collision was reported around 6:55 p.m. on Interstate 335 near mile marker 167 in Shawnee County. Local reports reveal that a 2016 Honda Odyssey driven by 37-year-old Sameera Mahmood of Wichita was traveling southbound on the interstate when the rear passenger tire experienced a blowout.
This caused the vehicle to cross both lanes and hit a concrete barrier wall. Five of the occupants traveling in the minivan were injured in the crash, and all were transported to Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka for treatment. The injured parties were later identified as 43-year-old Yasmin Hussain, 19-year-old Ayan Hafid, 59-year-old Halima Hogan, 43-year-old Leila Omer, and 22-year-old Fatuma Hussain, all from Wichita. No further information on the accident is currently available at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Tire Blowout Crashes in Kansas
Tire failure is a significant contributing cause to car accidents on Kansas roads. A sudden blowout can often be an almost random event that can cause a serious car accident. Most tire-related issues are preventable with proper maintenance and tire knowledge. In the United States alone, 733 traffic fatalities in a recent year were caused by tire failure, and at least 200 individuals lose their lives in tire-related crashes per year. On average, 11,000 accidents occur as a result of tire failure on American roads. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a crash, you may be able to pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a trained attorney.
The steps you take after a serious car crash are important, and you must do everything in your power to maximize your recovery. The Topeka personal injury lawyers at Bretz Injury Law are here to help you during this difficult time. If you are prepared to get started on your case, contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
