Wright, KS (June 21, 2024) – On Thursday, June 20, a driver was hurt after a crash involving a semi-truck in the Wright area. The incident took place on US-50 late that night around 6:40 p.m. Local reports revealed that a 66-year-old man from Clovis, NM was headed eastbound in a 2022 Peterbilt when he stopped due to traffic on the highway.
It was then that a 59-year-old man from Spearville driving a 2014 GMC Sierra crashed into the rear of the Peterbilt. A 2016 Toyota Camry driven by a 24-year-old Dodge City woman also crashed into the Peterbilt. The driver of the GMC was transported to a local hospital in serious condition. No other injuries were reported in the collision. The area was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Semi-Truck Accidents in Kansas
When driving next to a big commercial vehicle on the road, many drivers are overcome by fear. This is because everyone is aware of how disastrous these enormous vehicles can be in an accident. There are a lot of semi-ruck accidents reported each year on Kansas roads. According to statistics, 3,316 large or heavy vehicle crashes with significant or even fatal injuries were reported in 2021. You should be ready to start building a strong compensation claim with the help of an experienced attorney if you or someone you love is severely injured in a trucking accident.
Your life can change in an instant after a serious trucking accident. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a competent Wright truck accident lawyer. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is prepared to fight for your case. If you are ready to pursue a recovery, contact our offices today at 620-524-0080. You will be glad you did.
