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A devastating car crash at a rural intersection in Pratt County, Kansas has resulted in the death of a young woman and left two others with serious injuries, according to local authorities.
The incident occurred Friday morning, June 14, 2025, at the junction of SW 50th Street and SW 20th Avenue, just west of the city of Pratt.
Accident Details: Two Vehicles Collide at Rural Intersection
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), the collision happened around 9:15 a.m. when two vehicles entered the intersection simultaneously.
A Buick Encore, traveling eastbound on SW 50th Street, and a 1962 Chevrolet pickup truck, heading north on SW 20th Avenue, crashed into one another upon reaching the crossroads at the same time.
Victim Identified: 21-Year-Old Woman Dies at the Scene
The driver of the Buick Encore, identified as Riley Cheyenne Prosser, 21, of Pratt, suffered fatal injuries in the collision. She was pronounced dead at the scene, as stated in the official KHP report.
Two Others Hospitalized with Serious Injuries
The driver of the Chevrolet truck, a 35-year-old male, and his 18-year-old passenger, both also residents of Pratt, were rushed to a nearby hospital. Authorities noted they sustained suspected serious injuries, though their current medical conditions have not yet been released.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have confirmed that the crash remains under active investigation. No further details have been released regarding contributing factors, such as speed, weather conditions, or potential mechanical failures.
Law enforcement and crash reconstruction teams are working to determine what led to the tragic collision.
This tragic incident underscores the dangers that can exist even at rural intersections. As investigators continue to gather evidence, the community mourns the loss of a young life and hopes for the recovery of the two survivors. Updates from the Kansas Highway Patrol are expected as the investigation progresses.