Wichita, KS (March 7, 2024) – One person was killed and another was injured after a rollover crash in the Wichita area on Sunday, March 3. The accident occurred that afternoon on US-83. Four people were reportedly traveling in a car traveling northbound at the time of the accident.
The vehicle left the roadway where it overturned several times. One person involved in the crash was pronounced dead at the scene. The other occupants were transported to a local hospital for treatment of sustained injuries.
The circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Rollover Crashes in Kansas
Being involved in a rollover is a traumatic experience. The feeling of a vehicle overturning can be terrifying, and occupants are at increased risk of being ejected from a vehicle and suffering life-threatening injuries. This has contributed to a heightened fatality rate in rollover accidents. Nearly 33 percent of national roadway deaths involve rollovers, and the majority of these deaths involve unrestrained passengers. Dealing with the aftermath of a deadly car accident is never easy, and it is always suggested that you partner with a qualified personal injury lawyer in order to pursue a wrongful death claim.
Families should not be held responsible for the actions of a reckless driver. A deadly collision can change your life forever, and you need to take action in order to protect your legal rights. The team of lawyers at Bretz Injury Law is here to fight for justice on your behalf. Our Wichita wrongful death lawyers have a proven track record of helping grieving families pursue full and fair recoveries, and we are ready to get to work on your case. If you are prepared to pursue a wrongful death claim, call us today at 620-524-0080.
