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Coffey County, KS (September 7, 2026) – Seven people were hospitalized after an SUV struck a horse-drawn buggy on Fauna Road, just north of 13th Road in Coffey County. The collision happened shortly after 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 5.
The buggy carried a family of seven and was traveling when the northbound SUV hit it. The mother was airlifted to a hospital with traumatic injuries. Her four children and their father were also taken to hospitals, along with the SUV driver.
The severity of the children’s, father’s, and SUV driver’s injuries was not released. The horse pulling the buggy was injured beyond care and was euthanized.
Emergency units from several nearby communities assisted at the site. The identities of those involved had not been released in the initial report. The circumstances surrounding the accident remain under review.
Our thoughts are with everyone hurt as they continue their recovery.
What Happens When an SUV and Horse-Drawn Buggy Collide?
Crashes involving motor vehicles and horse-drawn buggies can create serious safety concerns because the two types of transportation differ greatly in size, speed, and visibility. A motor vehicle can reach a buggy quickly, giving its occupants and the person handling the horse little time to react.
Visibility is especially important on rural roads. Drivers should watch for slower-moving transportation, maintain a safe following distance, and adjust their speed when approaching curves, hills, or areas with limited sight lines. Horse handlers also need to remain alert to nearby traffic and roadway conditions.
After a serious roadway accident, records may include vehicle damage, photographs, witness accounts, roadway conditions, and medical information. These details can help provide a clearer picture of what took place.
