TOPEKA, Shawnee County, Kan., Nov. 8, 2026 — A man has been arrested after he allegedly left the scene of a three-vehicle crash late Thursday night, November 5, that left a driver and passenger with minor injuries, according to the Topeka Police Department.
Officers were sent to the intersection of SW 29th St. and SW Topeka Blvd. just before 11:20 p.m. on a report of an injury accident, the department said. When they arrived, they found a three-vehicle crash and learned one driver had left before officers got there.
The driver and passenger of one of the vehicles struck by the suspected hit-and-run vehicle suffered minor injuries and were taken by AMR to a local hospital, police said. The extent of their injuries was not detailed further.
Police identified the man accused of leaving the scene as David Rungo, 33, of Topeka. He was medically cleared at a local hospital and then booked into the Shawnee County Department of Corrections. He faces charges of a red light violation, leaving the scene of an injury accident, and an outstanding county warrant, according to police.
No further details have been released, and the crash remains under investigation.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Safety in Kansas
The crash was reported at SW 29th St. and SW Topeka Blvd in Topeka. For more on crashes at intersections across Kansas, see our guide to Kansas intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a driver do if they are involved in a crash?
Drivers are expected to stop, check on others involved, and exchange information or wait for police. Leaving the scene of a crash that causes injury can lead to criminal charges, as seen in this case.
What are common injuries in multi-vehicle crashes?
Occupants frequently suffer bruises, whiplash, cuts, and sprains, though injuries can range from minor to severe depending on speed and impact point.
What usually causes crashes at intersections like this one?
Running red lights, failing to yield, and distracted driving are common factors investigators look at in intersection crashes.
Does speed affect how serious a crash is?
Yes. Higher speeds increase the force of impact, which raises the chance of serious injury and makes vehicles harder to control.
