On Thursday morning, October 1st, around 8:06AM, Liberal Police Officers were dispatched to the area of West 7th Street and North Western Avenue for reports of a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian at this location. An investigation revealed that a collision occurred when a northbound pickup truck struck a 17-year old crossing eastbound at a crosswalk at this intersection near Liberal High School. The 17-year old was transported to a local medical facility for treatment for minor injuries. Inattention was believed to be a factor in this incident.
Liberal patrol officers investigated the accident on scene. Charges are currently pending against the driver.
