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Sedgwick County, KS (March 4, 2026) – An injury crash was reported on Tuesday morning, March 3, on Interstate 235 just north of Central Avenue in Sedgwick County. The collision occurred around 7:04 a.m. in the southbound lanes.
According to the crash report, a 2012 Honda Odyssey was traveling south in lane two of Interstate 235. At the same time, a 2022 Thomas school bus was also heading south in lane three.
Investigators said the bus driver was unable to stop in time and struck the rear of the Honda.
The driver of the Honda, identified as 35-year-old Piwa Ugulo of Wichita, was taken to Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital with suspected minor injuries. The bus driver, 35-year-old Lanetta L. Oindi of Wichita, reported pain following the crash, while a passenger on the bus, 26-year-old Walter Duncan of Haysville, was not hurt.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. Our thoughts remain with those affected as they continue to receive care and recover from their injuries.
How Rear-End Crashes Often Occur on Busy Highways
Arterial roads near Interstate 235 just north of Central Avenue typically carry steady traffic volumes. When crashes occur in these areas, traffic flow can slow quickly while drivers react to changing conditions.
Rear-end collisions often happen when vehicles suddenly reduce speed or change lanes in front of other drivers. When traffic is moving at highway speeds, drivers behind may have little time to react, even if they attempt to brake immediately.
Damage in these incidents usually occurs to the front of one vehicle and the rear of another. Seat belt use and vehicle spacing can affect the severity of injuries, particularly when a larger vehicle is involved in the collision.
