In a devastating incident on Friday morning, two teenagers lost their lives in a fatal crash on Interstate 435 in Kansas City, Missouri. The victims have been identified as 17-year-old Muneer Henderson and 19-year-old Orlando Ward, as confirmed by the Kansas City Police Department.
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Identification of Victims
Muneer Henderson, who was seated in the front of the Nissan involved in the crash, was rushed to the hospital but was tragically pronounced dead upon arrival. Orlando Ward, the rear-seat passenger, succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the accident.
Details of the Crash
The tragic incident took place around 5 a.m. on Friday morning when the Kansas City police were alerted to a collision on I-435. The red Nissan Versa, for reasons unknown, was stationary in the second lane east of 103rd Street when it was rear-ended by a white KCFD Ford Explorer. As the vehicles came to a halt, the Nissan was struck once more by a white Freightliner truck, which was also travelling eastbound on I-435.
Occupants and Injuries
At the time of the crash, there were three individuals inside the Nissan. The drivers of both the Nissan and Ford Explorer sustained serious injuries and were rushed to a local hospital. However, police have confirmed that they are both in stable condition. The driver of the Freightliner truck emerged from the accident unscathed.
Road Closure and Investigation
Due to the severity of the crash, I-435 was shut down at Holmes for approximately four hours on Friday morning to allow for investigation and cleanup. The authorities are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the tragic accident and determine the cause of the collision.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of Muneer Henderson and Orlando Ward during this difficult time. May they rest in peace.
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