News: 2 dead after car rear-ended on I-435 in Platte County

PLATTE COUNTY, MO – Two people died after their car was struck by another vehicle in Platte County Friday evening, according to KCTV.

 

The accident occurred on Interstate 435 near 45 Highway just after 5 p.m.  The Missouri State Highway Patrol said 57-year-old Karin Breen of Kansas City, Missouri, was driving a 2002 Mazda Protege in reverse in the first lane of the roadway.  The Protege was then struck from behind by a 2015 Nissan Sentra driven by 22-year-old Samantha Hemke of Lenexa, Kansas.

 

Breen and her passenger, 46-year-old Studd Leach of Manhattan, Kansas, were pronounced dead at the scene. Hemke was hospitalized with minor injuries.

 

I-435 south was shut down while authorities were responding to the crash scene, and drivers were detoured onto 45 Highway.

 

If you or a loved one have been the victim of a crash due to the negligence of another driver, the experienced Kansas City car accident lawyers at Playter Trial Lawyers would like to hear about your case.  We will fight on your behalf for compensation to help with your accident-related expenses while you focus on your recovery.  Call us at (816) 666-8902 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation where we can discuss legal options.

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