Wichita, KS (January 17, 2026) – A crash with injuries was reported on southbound I-135 near the Pawnee St off-ramp, prompting a coordinated emergency response from local fire and medical units.
The incident occurred around 5:28 a.m. on January 15. According to dispatch audio, the crash resulted in at least one person being injured and experiencing difficulty breathing. Emergency crews, including Medic 34 and Engine 11, were directed to a parking lot just off the highway ramp where the injured party had been moved for treatment. Paramedics assessed the patient, who was later reported to be conscious but in distress.
Southbound traffic along I-135 in the Pawnee area was briefly impacted as emergency teams worked the scene. The exact number of vehicles involved and further details on the injuries sustained have not yet been released.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances of the crash. The cause may involve speed, merging traffic conditions, or other highway-related factors common in early morning collisions.
We extend our best wishes to the injured individual and hope for a full and speedy recovery.
