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Cimarron, KS (August 2, 2025) – A rear-end crash along U.S. Highway 50 just west of Cimarron left one man injured and sent to the hospital on the afternoon of July 31. The accident took place around 1:40 p.m. near milepost 103 in Gray County.
According to reports from the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2016 Ford Transit Connect van was heading eastbound behind a 2021 Peterbilt truck. As the truck driver prepared to turn south onto an access road, the driver of the van, identified as 27-year-old Zachary W. Howarth of Dodge City, momentarily looked down to retrieve something from the vehicle floor. When he looked back up, the truck was directly in front of him. He was unable to stop in time and struck the rear bumper of the Peterbilt.
The van came to a stop in the eastbound lane following the impact. Emergency crews responded to the scene and transported Howarth to St. Catherine–Common Spirit Health for further evaluation. The driver of the Peterbilt, 58-year-old Rene Aguirre-Miramontes of Meade, was not injured.
We hope those injured in this accident recover swiftly.
Kansas roads see thousands of crashes every year, with rear-end collisions making up a large portion of those incidents. In 2022, rear-end accidents accounted for over 25% of all reported crashes in the state.
Understanding what contributes to rear-end accidents can help prevent them. Here are some common issues that play a role:
If you or someone you love has been injured in a collision, calling a car accident attorney should be a priority. At Wallentine Injury Law, our Cimarron car accident attorneys understand the importance of acting quickly after an accident. From preserving crucial evidence to helping you avoid common mistakes with insurance companies, we’re here to make sure you get the support you need. Don’t delay—help is only a phone call away.
At Wallentine Injury Law, we take pride in helping Kansas families during some of their most difficult times. If you’re recovering from an accident or helping a loved one do so, you don’t need to figure it all out alone. We’re here to listen, offer legal guidance, and fight for the outcome you deserve.
Our firm offers free consultations, and we don’t charge a fee unless we win your case. To get started, call 913-934-6333 today. Let’s talk about your situation and how Wallentine Injury Law can help you move forward with confidence.
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