News: 2 injured in crash after driver flees police, runs traffic signal

KANSAS CITY, MO – Two people were hurt in a crash that happened near Kansas City’s East Side on Monday, reports KSHB.

Police stopped a vehicle near  East 34th Street and Indiana Avenue when the driver backed into the police car and fled the scene. The driver sped off northbound on Indiana Avenue.

They proceeded to run through a red light at East 31st Street and Indiana Avenue where they slammed into a pickup truck and one other vehicle.

The impact caused the driver who fled and another vehicle to crash into a commercial building.

Two people were injured including a woman whose vehicle crashed into the building. She was transported to an area hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.

If you’ve suffered injuries in a crash due to driver negligence, you may be able to take legal action. Speak with a Kansas City car accident attorney who can determine what compensation you may be owed. Call us today at 816-931-2229 or contact us online.