OVERLAND PARK, Johnson County, Kan., Oct. 31, 2026 — A 25-year-old Shawnee man died on Thursday evening, October 29, after a vehicle struck him on the shoulder of northbound Interstate 35 near 75th Street.
The Kansas Highway Patrol identified the man as Cameron D. Harrison. Troopers said the crash happened around 6:35 p.m. Harrison's 1991 Honda Civic was reportedly parked legally on the right shoulder with its hazard lights on, and he was standing behind it looking into the trunk when a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek traveling north on the same shoulder struck him and the rear of his car.
The impact pushed Harrison and the Civic across three lanes of northbound I-35. The Subaru came to rest in the right ditch. The driver, a 47-year-old Bonner Springs man, was not named by troopers.
Harrison was taken to Overland Park Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The Bonner Springs driver was also taken to the same hospital with what troopers described as suspected minor injuries. No cause or contributing factor has been released, and the crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
Local Crash Information for Overland Park KS
The pedestrian crash was reported on Interstate 35 in Overland Park. For more crash news from the area, see our latest Johnson County crash news.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually leads to pedestrian crashes like this one?
Pedestrians on highway shoulders are usually struck during breakdowns, roadside stops, or when a vehicle drifts out of a travel lane. Limited visibility, especially after dark, is commonly a factor.
Does a vehicle's speed change a pedestrian's chances of survival?
Yes. Higher speeds give drivers less time to react and increase the force of impact, which raises the likelihood of serious or fatal injury.
Where do most pedestrian accidents happen?
Many occur on or near roadways, including shoulders, crosswalks, and intersections, where pedestrians and vehicles share close space.
Are pedestrian crashes more common at night?
Reduced visibility after dark makes it harder for drivers to see pedestrians, and a large share of pedestrian deaths nationally occur during nighttime hours.
