Missouri

Teen Killed in Accident at I-29 and NW 72nd St in Kansas City, MO

Published on: June 16, 2023

Date of Accident
June 14, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Hit-and-Run
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Northwest 72nd Street, Kansas City, MO, USA

What Happened

Kansas City Police are investigating a hit-and-run that killed a teen at I-29 and NW 72nd St in Kansas City, MO on June 14th, 2023. Police say it happened just past 9:30 p.m. According to investigators, a teen was allegedly walking in or near a construction zone when they were struck by a southbound semi-truck. Following the collision, police say the truck involved did not stop and continued traveling south bound. The teen was taken to an area hospital with suspected serious injuries that he died from on June 18th. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Kansas Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-29 and NW 72nd St
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Teenage pedestrian was struck by a semi-truck that did not remain at the scene

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