Wichita, KS (June 28, 2024) – A woman was hurt after being struck by a motor vehicle in the Wichita area on Thursday, June 27. The crash was reported at the corner of Tyler and Central. Local reports revealed that a woman in her 70s was crossing the road headed north when she was hit by a westbound driver.
Emergency crews were rushed to the scene after being notified of a serious pedestrian accident. The injured party was treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital in serious condition. The driver involved initially drove down the road before coming back to the scene. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. No updates on the condition of the injured party have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local authorities, and more information will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Kansas
In the United States, the number of deadly pedestrian crashes has drastically climbed in recent years. Compared to other vehicle fatalities, which have grown by only 25 percent, pedestrian fatalities on American roadways have soared by an incredible 77 percent since 2010. The Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA) reported that 7,508 pedestrian deaths occurred nationally in a recent year, the highest figure since 1981. Pedestrian crash victims are significantly more likely to sustain severe or even fatal injuries in addition to significant financial damages. If you or someone close to you is injured as a pedestrian, you must protect your legal rights by working closely with a competent lawyer.
It can seem that your life will never be the same after a pedestrian accident. A competent Wichita pedestrian accident lawyer will be able to fight for your full recovery. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your claim.
