Bicyclist sustains back injury after collision with car at S.W. 12th and Topeka Boulevard in Topeka, Kansas

Modified Date:

Fri, 06/07/2019 - 2:42pm

Accident Date:

Monday, October 26, 2015

Car-bike collision near downtown Topeka results in no serious injuries

Emergency responders were sent around 8:25 a.m. to S.W. 12th and Topeka Boulevard, where the mishap occurred. Initial reports indicated the bicyclist suffered a back injury. He was treated at the scene by paramedics but refused ambulance transportation to a local hospital.

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Type: Bicycle Accident

Roadway:

S.W. 12th and Topeka Boulevard

City:

Topeka, KS

County:

Shawnee County, KS

Area:

Topeka, KS