Kansas City, MO (September 06, 2021) – Officers from the Kansas City Police Department said two people were killed by a wrong-way driver in a car accident on Interstate 29 on Monday, September 6th.
The collision occurred at about 5:30 a.m. when a car driven by a 23-year-old woman driving northbound drifted into the southbound lanes of traffic and crashed head-on into a car driven by a 60-year-old man.
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.
The man was transported by paramedics to a local hospital, where he passed away due to his injuries.
No names have been released.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.
Fatal Wrong-Way Accidents in Kansas City
When someone drives into oncoming traffic, the odds of a fatal head-on crash taking place are high. These collisions are typically far more violent than other kinds of two-vehicle accidents. Crash data shows wrong-way accidents have a fatality rate of 60%. Even though these accidents only account for 2% of all annual traffic accidents in Missouri, they cause around 10% of its vehicular fatalities.
A head-on collision is one of the most serious kinds of car accidents. At best, they make those who survive to endure critical injuries. At their worst, they end lives unforgivably early. The risk of a head-on collision increases when a driver fails to control their vehicle or doesn’t maintain their lane. The main causes of these accidents are drivers who are under the influence, speeding or distracted.
Not only is it crucial that victims are able to get full and fair compensation after being injured by negligent drivers, but we are committed to helping them gain peace of mind in knowing they can move forward and overcome the challenges they face.
Kansas City Car Accident Attorneys
Our personal injury attorneys in Kansas City strive to help our clients maximize their recoveries so they can get the medical treatment they need without worry.
When victims are injured in accidents resulting from the negligence of other motorists, it is important that they seek legal guidance as soon as possible. Our team at Peterson & Associates P.C. will help you to understand the legal options available to you in the aftermath of a car accident.
Victims may be entitled to compensation that can help cover the costs of care and other expenses moving forward. A responsive and effective Kansas City car accident attorney can help to explain your legal rights as a victim of an accident.
If you have been injured in a car accident and would like to explore legal options available to you, contact our Kansas City car accident attorneys at 816-888-8888. Ask to schedule a free case of evaluation to see how we can help you.
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