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Overland Park, KS (April 13, 2026) – A multi-vehicle injury crash slowed traffic Sunday afternoon along Interstate 35 near 67th Street in Johnson County. The Overland Park car accident occurred on April 12, 2026, at approximately 1:50 p.m., in the northbound lanes of I-35 at mile marker 228.2.
According to investigators, three vehicles were traveling northbound when the crash unfolded. A 1997 Toyota Avalon made an avoidance maneuver to avoid a separate crash ahead. During that maneuver, the Avalon rear-ended a 2020 Toyota Corolla, which then rear-ended a 2013 Honda Pilot.
The Toyota Avalon was driven by 24-year-old Legacy Grace Moon Star Zemaitis-Milbur of Kansas City, Missouri. A passenger in the Avalon, 21-year-old Reagan Christopher Pierce of Overland Park, Kansas, was also present. Both were wearing safety restraints and reported no apparent injuries. The Avalon was removed from the scene by PK Logistics and taken to a lot.
The 2020 Toyota Corolla was driven by 32-year-old Farhnaz Ahmadi of Lenexa, Kansas. She was transported to Overland Park Regional Medical Center for treatment of injuries. The Corolla did not require towing.
The third vehicle, a 2013 Honda Pilot with Kansas license plate 220SDA and insured by American Family, was driven by 49-year-old Jeffrey Allan Hendrickson of Overland Park, Kansas. A passenger, 48-year-old Cary-Sue Irene Hendrickson, was also inside the vehicle. Both occupants were wearing safety restraints and reported no apparent injuries. The Honda Pilot remained at the scene and was not towed.
The Kansas Highway Patrol is currently investigating the crash.
We hope Ms. Ahmadi recovers quickly from her injuries.
Highway crashes are common throughout Kansas, especially along heavily traveled corridors like I-35. Rear-end collisions frequently occur when traffic slows unexpectedly or when drivers attempt sudden avoidance maneuvers. Even when motorists are attentive, chain-reaction
Overland Park car accidents can develop in seconds. These incidents often lead to injuries ranging from soft tissue strain to more serious medical concerns.
Rear-end crashes are among the most reported Overland Park car accident types on interstates. When one vehicle slows suddenly, drivers behind must react quickly to avoid impact. Failure to maintain a safe following distance can contribute to these collisions. In multi-vehicle crashes, determining which driver bears responsibility may require careful review of traffic conditions and timing.
Drivers sometimes make sudden steering movements to avoid hazards ahead. While these maneuvers may prevent one Overland Park car accident, they can create another if surrounding traffic cannot react in time. Kansas follows a rule known as comparative negligence, meaning fault can be shared among drivers based on their actions. Compensation may be adjusted according to each party’s level of responsibility.
Even when seat belts are worn, occupants may experience neck, back, or head injuries after rear-end impacts. Symptoms do not always appear immediately and can worsen over time. Seeking prompt medical evaluation is important after any interstate Overland Park car accident.
Overland Park car accidents involving multiple vehicles can involve complicated insurance claims, especially when injuries are reported. An experienced car accident attorney can help gather evidence, review the accident report, and communicate with insurance companies. Legal guidance may help injured victims pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages.
If you were hurt in an Overland Park car accident, you deserve more than quick answers from an insurance adjuster. Attorney Jerry “Wally” Wallentine has spent nearly two decades representing injured clients across Kansas and Missouri, handling more than 1,000 personal injury cases. Car wrecks are one of his primary practice areas, and he has recovered millions of dollars for clients, including several individual results reaching seven figures.
Jerry regularly appears in court and has even served as a pro tem judge in Johnson County District Court, giving him valuable insight into how cases are evaluated. He believes in truth-driven, client-centered representation and prepares every case as if it could proceed to trial. Insurance companies often try to minimize injuries, but our firm works to clearly present the full impact of what you have experienced.
We offer free consultations and take the time to explain your options in straightforward terms. Call Wallentine Injury Law today at 913-934-6333 to discuss your case and learn how we can help you move forward.
Notes: This article was written using available secondary sources regarding the reported accident. We have not independently verified every detail. If you notice any incorrect information, please contact Wallentine Injury Law right away so we can make prompt updates with the most accurate details available. We will also remove this post upon request.
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