JOHNSON COUNTY —One person died in an accident just after 3:30a.m. Saturday in Johnson County.
According to Overland Park Police Officer John Lacy, a vehicle was northbound on Interstate 35, merging onto the eastbound Interstate 435 highway on-ramp.
Upon entering eastbound Interstate 435 highway, the driver changed lanes to the left. After moving into the number three lane, the vehicle struck a pedestrian who was walking westbound within that same lane.
Following the initial collision, a second vehicle struck the pedestrian, who was lying in the roadway. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. Both drivers stayed at the scene and are cooperating with the investigation, according to Lacy. Police did not released the name of the victim or additional details.
If you have any information regarding this crash please call the Overland Park Traffic Unit at 913-890-1437.