UPDATE:
On Monday at approximately 10:32 AM, a serious accident involving two semi trucks occurred on I-70 Westbound near mile marker 242.9, just 1.7 miles west of Hedville Road. The crash resulted in one driver sustaining serious injuries.
Accident Details
Both trucks were traveling westbound in the right-hand lane when the accident occurred. A 2022 Peterbilt semi truck, driven by 35-year-old Yaotzhin Daniel Ramirez-Montante of Temixco, Mexico, was struck from behind by a 2012 Freightliner semi truck.
The Freightliner, driven by 46-year-old Ronnie Lee Hamby Jr. of Ellsworth, Kansas, collided with the rear of the Peterbilt under unknown speed conditions. The force of the impact pinned Hamby in the cab of his truck, necessitating immediate emergency medical intervention. Hamby was transported to Salina Regional Health Center with suspected serious injuries.
The Kansas Highway Patrol continues to probe the circumstances surrounding the collision.
ORIGINAL — All westbound traffic on Interstate 70 in Saline County is currently shut down due to a two-semi crash just west of the 243-mile marker exit. Details regarding the cause of the accident and any potential injuries are not available at this time.
Detour Information:
- All westbound traffic will be required to exit at the 244-mile marker exit.
- Drivers will be guided north to an alternate route to bypass the affected area.
- All westbound I-70 on-ramps from Salina are closed.
Safety Reminder: Motorists are reminded to:
- Slow down.
- Move over for first responders and emergency personnel working at the scene.
Your cooperation is vital to ensure the safety of everyone on the road. Please follow all posted detours and drive with caution through the area.
For further updates, stay tuned to local traffic reports and alerts.
Thank you for your attention and cooperation.
Information provided by KDOT & KHP.
Photos curtesy, Trooper Ben, KHP.
