Oct 03, 2023

Police: Kansas man struck by SUV died

Posted Oct 03, 2023 4:00 PM

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal hit-and-run accident.

Just after 2a.m. September 30, police were dispatched to the 4500 block of South Broadway Avenue in Wichita for a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.

First responders located 49-year-old Paul Piepmeier of Wichita.unconscious and with multiple injuries.  EMS transported Piepmeier to a local hospital in critical condition. He was later pronounced deceased by medical staff.

The investigation revealed Piepmeier entered the street when he was struck by southbound dark-colored SUV. 

If anyone has any information on this case, please call WPD Detectives at 316-350-3687, the See Something Say Something hotline at 316-519-2282, or Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111