The crash occurred on August 25th, 2024, at 2:33PM on US-50 Highway at Maquire Street. 59-year-old James D. Lyle was driving westbound in a 2008 Honda with 62-year-old passenger Kelly D. Lyle. Behind them, also travelling westbound, 18-year-old Peyton J. Anderson was driving a 2008 Dodge when Peyton lost control of the vehicle. This caused the Dodge to impact with the rear of the Honda. Both vehicles then travelled off the right side of the road and struck the ditch. Both passengers in the Honda were wearing safety devices; Kelly Lyle sustained moderate injuries while James Lyle sustained minor injuries. Peyton Anderson was not wearing a safety device, and they sustained moderate injuries. Peyton Anderson and James Lyle were transported to Western Missouri Medical Center while Kelly Lyle was transported to Centerpoint Medical Center – all three injured individuals were transported via Johnson County Ambulance District. Both the 2008 Honda and the 2008 Dodge were totaled and towed from the scene by Tip Top Towing.
Highway driving can be unexpectedly dangerous, especially involving younger or inexperienced drivers. It often only takes a small mistake or unexpected moment for a crash to occur. Additionally, while safety devices can mitigate potential injuries, they can’t always nullify danger – especially during high-speed accidents. If you or a loved one has been injured in a wreck like this one, do not hesitate to seek help from the AW Smith Law Firm. Our dedicated team has years of experience working with thousands of cases involving motor vehicle crashes, and we are ready to make sure you receive the care you deserve.
The crash occurred on August 25th, 2024, at 2:33PM on US-50 Highway at Maquire Street. 59-year-old James D. Lyle was driving westbound in a 2008 Honda with 62-year-old passenger Kelly D. Lyle. Behind them, also travelling westbound, 18-year-old Peyton J. Anderson was driving a 2008 Dodge when Peyton lost control of the vehicle. This caused the Dodge to impact with the rear of the Honda. Both vehicles then travelled off the right side of the road and struck the ditch. Both passengers in the Honda were wearing safety devices; Kelly Lyle sustained moderate injuries while James Lyle sustained minor injuries. Peyton Anderson was not wearing a safety device, and they sustained moderate injuries. Peyton Anderson and James Lyle were transported to Western Missouri Medical Center while Kelly Lyle was transported to Centerpoint Medical Center – all three injured individuals were transported via Johnson County Ambulance District. Both the 2008 Honda and the 2008 Dodge were totaled and towed from the scene by Tip Top Towing.
Highway driving can be unexpectedly dangerous, especially involving younger or inexperienced drivers. It often only takes a small mistake or unexpected moment for a crash to occur. Additionally, while safety devices can mitigate potential injuries, they can’t always nullify danger – especially during high-speed accidents. If you or a loved one has been injured in a wreck like this one, do not hesitate to seek help from the AW Smith Law Firm. Our dedicated team has years of experience working with thousands of cases involving motor vehicle crashes, and we are ready to make sure you receive the care you deserve.
