Tribune, KS – Three Hurt in Head-on Crash at KS-96 & KS-27

Tribune, KS - Three Hurt in Head-on Crash at KS-96 & KS-27

Tribune, KS (November 6, 2024) – There were several confirmed injuries after a head-on collision in the Tribune area on Tuesday, November 5. The accident took place at the KS-96 and KS-27 interchange early that morning around 7:34 a.m. Local reports revealed that 42-year-old Erica Marie Rodby of Holcomb was traveling east on KS-96 in a 2006 Chrysler 300 as 40-year-old Laura Lizeth Martinez of Holcomb was headed westbound on the highway in a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. 

For unknown reasons, the Chrysler crossed the center line and entered oncoming traffic, colliding head-on with the Chevy. The 300 came to a rest in a south ditch, while the Silverado came to a rest in the north ditch. Emergency crews were dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. Both drivers and a passenger in the Chrysler, 20-year-old Alex Hunter Rodby of Holcomb, were injured and transported by ambulance to Greeley County Hospital for treatment. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident 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. 

Head-on Collisions in Kansas

Tribune, KS - Three Hurt in Head-on Crash at KS-96 & KS-27In Kansas, car accidents occur on a daily basis, and the road continues to be a dangerous place. Serious injuries are far more likely to occur in some types of collisions. A head-on crash occurs when two cars moving in opposing directions collide. These kinds of accidents are more likely to be lethal for obvious reasons. Although head-on collisions account for fewer than 2 percent of reported crashes in the United States, they are responsible for roughly 10 percent of road fatalities nationwide, resulting in thousands of deaths.

If you or a loved one is hurt in a crash, you need to work closely with a competent Tribune car accident lawyer to get the most out of your recovery. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for you. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to schedule a free initial appointment with our reputable lawyers. 

 

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