Kansas City, MO (October 17, 2023) – A fatal accident reported in Kansas City claimed the lives of two victims. The incident took place at around 1:30 p.m. on October 14.
Reports provided by the Kansas City Police Department show that a man was traveling at a high speed while operating his Jeep Cherokee on Interstate 435. As the vehicle proceeded through the intersection of Northwest Bannister Road, it became involved in a collision with a Honda Accord. The impact of the collision caused the Jeep to roll over multiple times before coming to rest.
A young toddler was ejected from the vehicle. The child and an adult female both suffered fatal injuries a more pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the vehicle, identified as 26-year-old Derrius Tolson, was injured in the accident. He was transported to a local hospital for emergency care. Authorities determined that Tolson was raising his vehicle at the time of the accident. Police took him into custody, where he faces two counts of first-degree involuntary manslaughter.
At this time, the incident is being investigated.
Our thoughts are with Derrius Tolson at this time.
We offer our sympathies to the families of the woman and child who lost their lives in this accident.
Fatal Crashes in Missouri
Vehicle collisions often take place as a result of preventable actions. One of the most common factors that lead to accidents across our state is speeding. When drivers do not operate their vehicles at safe speeds, they run the risk of losing control and striking others. Unfortunately, auto accidents take the lives of hundreds of people across our state every year.
After experiencing the loss of a loved one, families have legal options that can help them move forward and get justice. Filing a wrongful death claim can help your family get the money you need for funeral costs, burial expenses, and more. Working with the Kansas City wrongful death lawyer can help to ensure you are in the best position possible to protect your rights and get justice.
The team at Martin & Wallentine, LLC is committed to providing exceptional legal services for those in need of representation after losing a loved one in a vehicle collision caused by someone else's negligence. With our decades of combined experience and dedication to fighting for justice, we have successfully secured maximum compensation for our clients throughout Kansas and Missouri.
If you have been affected by a fatal accident due to the actions of another, do not hesitate to reach out to our personal injury law firm by calling 913-764-9700 for a free consultation. Our skilled attorneys are ready to help you receive the justice and compensation that you deserve so that you can focus on your family. Trust us as your advocates, and let us be there with you every step of the way towards achieving a favorable outcome.
Notes: Our writers utilized secondary sources when writing this news article about an accident. We have not independently reviewed all of the circumstances surrounding this accident; therefore, please get in touch with Martin & Wallentine, LLC right away if you locate any incorrect information in our post. We will update the post with the most accurate information currently available. A post will be removed upon request.
Disclaimer: We hope that by raising awareness about driving hazards, drivers will be more cautious when operating a motor vehicle and avoid being seriously injured in a collision. This accident news post is not a business solicitation. The content of this post is not intended to serve as medical or legal advice. This post's featured image was not captured at the accident scene depicted in the post.