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Landscaping Worker Severely Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle in Derby Intersection

Landscaping Worker Severely Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle in Derby Intersection

A member of a landscaping crew sustained severe injuries after being hit by a vehicle in Derby, Kansas. The incident occurred near the active intersection of Madison Avenue and North Rock Road. The worker was rushed to a Wichita hospital in extremely critical condition. According to a captain with the Derby Police Department, the driver of the vehicle was cooperating with authorities following the collision, which was reported around 9:40 a.m. The driver was reportedly traveling north on Rock Road when the vehicle struck the worker. The accident reconstruction team from the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office has been called in to assist with the investigation into the circumstances leading up to the crash.

Sedgwick County Inmate Dies Days After Suicide Attempt at Jail

Sedgwick County Inmate Dies Days After Suicide Attempt at Jail

A 42-year-old inmate at the Sedgwick County Adult Detention Facility died on Wednesday, six days after a suicide attempt within the jail. The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death. The inmate was placed on life support after being admitted to the hospital, and her family was able to visit and participate in medical decisions. Life support was discontinued at the family's request, and she was pronounced dead at 3:59 p.m. The sheriff’s office has withheld the woman’s identity at her family’s request. She had been in custody since June 26, serving a 30-month commitment following a probation revocation. This marks the fourth in-custody death at the Sedgwick County jail this year, and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation has been notified as required by state law and sheriff’s office protocol.

Woman Killed, Two Injured in Muskegon County Intersection Crash

Woman Killed, Two Injured in Muskegon County Intersection Crash

A two-vehicle crash in Muskegon County on Thursday evening resulted in the death of a 44-year-old Muskegon woman and injuries to two other individuals. The incident occurred at approximately 7:05 p.m. at the intersection of South Maple Island Road and Evanston Avenue. According to the Muskegon County Sheriff's Office, the woman was driving a Chrysler Intrepid westbound on Evanston Avenue when she reportedly missed a stop sign. Her vehicle was then struck by a northbound Hyundai Tuscon. The woman was transported to Trinity Hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The two occupants of the Hyundai Tuscon were also taken to Trinity Hospital and are expected to survive. The sheriff's office has stated that it is currently unclear whether drugs or alcohol were contributing factors in the crash, and the incident remains under investigation.

Man Dies in North Chesterfield Head-on Collision on West Providence Road

Man Dies in North Chesterfield Head-on Collision on West Providence Road

A 57-year-old man, identified as John Lundeen, was killed in a head-on collision in North Chesterfield, Virginia, on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 8 a.m. in the 9500 block of West Providence Road. According to police, Lundeen was driving a Chevrolet Equinox westbound when his vehicle crossed into the opposite lane of traffic, colliding with a Toyota 4Runner. Lundeen was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the Toyota 4Runner sustained minor injuries and was also hospitalized. Authorities are currently investigating the crash and have requested that anyone with information contact them or Crime Solvers.

Colorado Woman Injured in I-70 Rollover Crash in Russell County After Adjusting Pet

Colorado Woman Injured in I-70 Rollover Crash in Russell County After Adjusting Pet

A 75-year-old Colorado woman sustained injuries in a single-vehicle rollover accident on Interstate 70 in Russell County, Kansas, on a Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred when the woman, driving a 2022 Toyota Rav4 eastbound, diverted her attention from the road to adjust her pet. This momentary distraction caused her vehicle to drift to the right. In an attempt to correct the vehicle's path, she overcorrected, leading the Rav4 into the south ditch where it rolled one and a half times before coming to rest on its top. The Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) reported that the woman was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Following the accident, she was transported to Russell Regional Hospital for treatment. The rollover took place near the 199.5-mile marker of I-70, close to 200th Street, just before 1 PM.

Man Arrested for Aggravated Assault with Firearm and Hit-and-Run on Interstate in Baton Rouge

Man Arrested for Aggravated Assault with Firearm and Hit-and-Run on Interstate in Baton Rouge

A man identified as Jacob Simpson has been arrested in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, following an incident on I-12 eastbound on June 9. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, Simpson allegedly struck a woman's vehicle from behind while she was attempting to merge. After the collision, Simpson reportedly drove away without stopping. The victim pursued Simpson's vehicle and attempted to signal him to pull over. In response, Simpson is accused of pulling out a handgun and pointing it at the woman. The victim was able to record the incident, including Simpson pointing the gun, and obtain his license plate number, which she subsequently reported to the police. Simpson was booked on charges of aggravated assault with a firearm and hit-and-run driving.

Brooklyn Teen Charged with Reckless Driving After Crashing into MTA Police Vehicle

Brooklyn Teen Charged with Reckless Driving After Crashing into MTA Police Vehicle

A 19-year-old individual was arrested in Brooklyn after crashing into an MTA police patrol car. According to MTA officials, the incident occurred on Tuesday night near 53rd Street and Third Avenue. Officers inside the MTA patrol vehicle were preparing to stop at a red light when they observed a vehicle speeding behind them. This speeding vehicle subsequently struck the patrol car, causing it to spin and collide with a pillar. Both vehicles involved in the collision were towed from the scene. The two MTA officers, the driver of the speeding vehicle, and a passenger were all transported to NYU Langone Brooklyn Hospital, where they were treated for minor injuries. The driver of the vehicle was identified as 19-year-old Ethan Oyola, who has since been charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving, and several other traffic offenses.

Springfield Residents Demand Road Safety Improvements After Near-Fatal Crash

Springfield Residents Demand Road Safety Improvements After Near-Fatal Crash

Residents in Springfield, Oregon, are urging city officials to address persistent road safety concerns following a recent vehicle crash that severely injured four pedestrians. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon when a car rolled into pedestrians on a sidewalk. Neighbors report that the intersection of Oregon Avenue and South 35th Street has been a problematic area for years, characterized by frequent speeding and multiple accidents. According to resident Windy Barnes, who witnessed the crash, vehicles often travel at speeds of 50 to 60 miles per hour on the road and disregard stop signs. This recent crash marks the fourth in the area within the last eight years, with residents noting that this particular intersection is unique on Oregon Avenue for having stop signs running north-south instead of east-west. Three of the four pedestrians involved in the latest crash remain hospitalized, and the Springfield Police Department is currently investigating the incident.

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Columbus police ID man who died after hit by pickup while riding e-bike

Columbus police ID man who died after hit by pickup while riding e-bike

The 58-year-old man was ejected from his e-bike and transported to a local hospital, where he later died. The pickup driver who struck him was cited.

Two Juveniles Injured in Mini Bike-Car Collision in Derry, New Hampshire

Two Juveniles Injured in Mini Bike-Car Collision in Derry, New Hampshire

Two juveniles sustained injuries, one seriously, after the mini bike they were riding collided with a car in Derry, New Hampshire, on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred shortly after 4 p.m. at the intersection of Pingree Hill and Garvin roads. Both children were transported to local hospitals by fire department personnel. One of the injured juveniles was subsequently airlifted to a Boston area hospital due to the severity of their injuries. The driver of the car involved in the collision remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Following the crash, Pingree Hill Road, between English Range Road and Overledge Drive, was temporarily closed to allow police to process the scene and conduct their initial investigation. The Derry police department has initiated an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision and is appealing to the public for any information related to the incident.

Motorcyclist Dies in Collision with SUV in Elk Grove, California

Motorcyclist Dies in Collision with SUV in Elk Grove, California

A motorcyclist was killed in a collision with an SUV in Elk Grove, California, on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred around 6:14 p.m. on Lewis Stein Road. According to the Elk Grove Police Department, a Honda CR-V was traveling northbound on Lewis Stein Road and attempting a left turn onto Dracut Drive. Simultaneously, a motorcycle was traveling southbound on Lewis Stein and began to turn onto West Stockton Boulevard, which is directly across from Dracut Drive. The motorcycle then continued straight, broadsiding the SUV. The motorcyclist, identified as a 33-year-old individual, was killed in the crash. The driver of the SUV was not injured. Following the collision, Lewis Stein Road was closed between Big Horn Boulevard and Sheldon Road, and West Stockton Boulevard was closed between Atkins Court and Michener Way for several hours. The police investigation into the crash is ongoing.

Motorcyclist Dies in Auburn Crash After SUV Lane Change

Motorcyclist Dies in Auburn Crash After SUV Lane Change

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash in Auburn, Maine, on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 6:40 a.m. on Washington Street. According to police, both an SUV and a motorcycle were traveling southbound when the SUV changed lanes. The motorcyclist was unable to stop in time and collided with the rear of the SUV. The impact ejected the motorcyclist, who was wearing a helmet, and they landed near a guardrail. Emergency services confirmed the motorcyclist died at the scene. The name of the deceased has not yet been released. The driver of the SUV, which went off the road and into the woods, was not injured. The Auburn Police Department is currently investigating the crash to determine its full circumstances.