Sep 24, 2023

Police: Speed, impairment factors in fatal Kan. crash

Posted Sep 24, 2023 10:00 PM

SEDGWICK COUNTY—One person died in an accident just before 7:30p.m. Saturday in Wichita.

The vehice was eastbound in the 700 block of E. 17th St N, according to Officer Kris Gupilan. The driver lost control and the vehicle struck a utility pole.

First responders found the driver and sole occupant inside the vehicle unconscious.  EMS transported the driver to a local hospital where they were pronounced deceased.

Speed and impairment are believed to be contributing factors, according to Gupilan. Police were still working to learn  the circumstances of the crash and the identity of the driver.