Wichita, KS (August 29, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a car accident in the Wichita area on Wednesday, August 28. The incident took place on Interstate 235 NB near mile marker 4.9 late that night around 8:37 p.m. Local report indicated that 56-year-old Dain B. Mitchell of Wichita was traveling northbound in a 2007 Jeep Wrangler in the second lane as 59-year-old Duncan was headed south on a 2003 Harley Davidson motorcycle.
For unknown reasons, a tire attached to the back of the Wrangler came loose and crossed the median, hitting the motorcyclist. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Duncan was injured and transported by ambulance to St. Francis Hospital. No further information on the accident is currently available. 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.
Motorcycle Accidents in Kansas
When you ride a motorcycle, you are open to the risks of the road. Data shows that the number of motorcycle deaths went up by almost 11 percent in a recent year, increasing from 5,044 to 5,579 deaths. Motorcyclists are about 28 times more likely to die in a collision and four times more likely to get seriously hurt compared to those traveling in a passenger car. An estimated one in 14 traffic deaths involves a motorcycle, even though they only make up less than three percent of all registered vehicles. It can be hard to get better after getting hurt badly in a motorcycle crash. You need to be ready to pursue a strong claim for recovery by working closely with a trained Wichita motorcycle accident lawyer. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping injured riders pursue full recoveries, and we are ready to get to work on your case to make sure your legal rights are secured. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
