Jun 15, 2023

Juvenile struck by semi while walking in KC construction zone

Posted Jun 15, 2023 3:00 PM
Image KC Scout just after 9:30p.m. Wednesday
Image KC Scout just after 9:30p.m. Wednesday

KANSAS CITY —A juvenile was injured in an accident just after 9:30p.m. Thursday in Kansas City.

The juvenile was walking in the construction zone next to the #2 lane of southbound Interstate 29, according to Officer Corey Lisle. 

Just past the bridge that crosses over NW 72nd Street, a southbound semi truck, struck the juvenile.

The semi-truck failed to stop and left the scene and continues southbound. EMS transported the juvenile to a local hospital in critical condition.  Police have released no additional details as they continue to investigate.