NEAR CHEROKEE, Crawford County, Kan., Nov. 13, 2026 — Two people were hurt on Wednesday morning, November 11, in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 400 in Crawford County. Both vehicles left the roadway and rolled into a ditch, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol.
The crash happened around 9:40 a.m. about four miles west of U.S. 69, at the intersection of South 190th Street and U.S. 400. A 2008 Toyota Corolla was headed east on U.S. 400 when a 2006 Dodge Dakota, stopped at a stop sign on South 190th Street, pulled into the intersection and headed south without yielding.
The Toyota struck the Dodge on its passenger side. Both vehicles then rolled off the south side of the road and into a ditch.
Both occupants of the Toyota, identified by the Kansas Highway Patrol as Zee Murphy, 79, of Burlington, and Zane Daly, 80, of Yates Center, suffered suspected serious injuries. The driver of the Dodge was not hurt. The crash remains under investigation.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Kansas
This crash happened at South 190th Street and U.S. 400 in Near Cherokee, KS. Our Kansas intersections page covers intersection crashes across Kansas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What steps should drivers take after an intersection crash like this one?
Drivers should call 911, check for injuries, move to a safe spot if possible, and wait for law enforcement to arrive and document the scene.
What injuries commonly result from intersection or T-bone style crashes?
These crashes frequently cause broken bones, head and neck injuries, and internal injuries, since the side of a vehicle offers less protection than the front or rear.
What usually causes crashes at stop-sign intersections?
Failing to yield the right of way at a stop sign is a common cause, usually combined with misjudging the speed or distance of oncoming traffic.
How does speed affect the severity of a crash like this?
Higher speeds give drivers less time to react and increase the force of impact, which raises the chance of a rollover and more serious injuries.
