Sep 28, 2024

1 dead, 2 hospitalized after crash on Kansas highway

Posted Sep 28, 2024 3:30 PM

SHAWNEE COUNTY —One person died in an accident just after 10p.m. Friday in Shawnee County.

A Ford Ranger with one occupant was westbound on 62nd Street at U.S. 75 Highway, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.

It appears the driver failed to stop at the stop sign, according to Christian. A southbound jeep with two occupants struck the pickup.

The driver of the Ford pickup was pronounced dead at the scene. American Medical Response transported two in the jeep to a local hospital. The accident remains under investigation.  The sheriff's office released no additional details early Saturday. Check the  Post for more information as it becomes available.