Wichita, KS (May 28, 2024) – Two people were hurt after a rear-end collision in the Wichita area on Monday, May 27. The accident took place on Interstate 235 that afternoon, around 2:02 p.m. Local reports revealed that the crash took place after an unknown vehicle made an abrupt lane change in front of a 2006 Toyota Highlander, driven by 75-year-old Marilla Wiley of Colby.
This caused Wiley to brake suddenly. The Highlander was hit from behind by a 2020 Buick Envision driven by 65-year-old Russell J. Wilson of Park City. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to provide aid at the scene. Both Wilson and his passenger, 65-year-old Barbara S. Wilson also from Park City, were transported to Wesley Medical Center Hospital by ambulance for the treatment of sustained injuries. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being handled by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Rear-end Collisions in Kansas
It is impossible to know for sure if you will be involved in a serious car accident. Rear-end crashes are particularly hard to plan for. You will not even know it is happening unless your eyes are glued to the rearview mirror. About 1.7 million rear-end crashes are reported each year in the United States, making them the most common type of collision nationwide. On average, these over two million rear-end crashes result in 1,700 fatalities and 500,000 injuries. Neck or spinal injuries are common due to the jerky back-and-forth motion that often comes with a rear-end impact. In order to make the best claim possible if you or a loved one is injured in an automobile accident, you should speak with an experienced Wichita personal injury attorney. A competent lawyer will be able to help you during this difficult time. Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue successful claims. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to discuss your case with an experienced legal team.
