Pedestrian Struck on I-35 in Kansas City, Injuries Reported
KANSAS CITY, MO — A pedestrian was injured after being struck by an SUV while crossing I-35 on October 1 at approximately 7:15 p.m.
According to the Kansas City Police Department, the incident occurred as the individual attempted to cross from the east to the west side of the highway. The pedestrian, age 35, was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.
Authorities reported that the SUV driver remained on the scene and cooperated with the ongoing investigation. No other vehicles were involved in the crash.
Lane closures were implemented following the incident, affecting both northbound and southbound traffic on I-35 for approximately two hours while emergency crews responded and cleared the area.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident is underway, and further details will be released as they become available.