KCK Man Struck by Vehicle While Standing Near Parked Car
KANSAS CITY, KS — A man was struck by a vehicle while standing near a parked car with its hazard lights flashing on October 7 at approximately 2:41 p.m.
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek hit the 45-year-old man as he was positioned at the rear of the legally parked vehicle on the right shoulder of Interstate 70 West. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that the man sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Emergency responders from the Kansas City Kansas Fire Department were on the scene to assist, and the road was temporarily affected during the incident. Authorities confirmed that the driver of the Subaru remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigations.
According to the KHP, limited lane closures were enacted to allow for the emergency response and investigation. Further details surrounding the incident remain under investigation.