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Karin J. Breen and Studd F. Leach, 46, both killed when their car is struck from behind while going in reverse on I-435 in Platte County, Missouri

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Modified Date: 
Sat, 03/18/2023 - 11:55am
Accident Date: 
Friday, March 17, 2023

2 dead after car rear-ends car traveling in reverse on interstate

The Nissan rear-ended a 2002 Mazda Protege driven by Karin J. Breen, Kansas City, Mo., who was traveling in reverse in the number one lane of the Interstate.

Breen and a passenger in the Mazda identified as Studd F. Leach, 46, Manhattan, Kansas, were pronounced dead at the scene.

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Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
Unusual Circumstances
People Involved: 
Karin J. Breen
Studd F. Leach
Samantha M. Hemke
Roadway: 
I-435
County: 
Platte County, MO
Area: 
Kansas City, MO