Finney County, KS — November 4, 2025, one person was injured due to a two-truck accident at approximately 10:00 a.m. along U.S. Highway 83.
According to authorities, the accident took place on U.S. 83 in the vicinity of the Annie Scheer Road intersection.
Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, as one 18-wheeler was attempting a left turn, it was involved in a collision with another 18-wheeler. One person reportedly sustained minor injuries as a result of the wreck; they were transported to a local medical facility by EMS in order to receive necessary treatment. Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identity of the victim—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
Whenever two 18-wheelers collide—especially during something as routine as a left turn—it’s a safe bet that someone didn’t have the full picture, didn’t follow protocol, or didn’t properly assess their surroundings. The real question is: Who had the legal right to be where they were, and did both drivers follow the rules they’re trained to follow?
From what little we know so far, one of the trucks was attempting a left turn at the time of the crash. That fact alone points to a few key areas that any meaningful investigation will need to address. Was the turning driver doing so from a designated turn lane? Did they have a clear view of oncoming traffic? Was there a traffic signal or stop sign that either driver failed to obey?
It’s also worth considering how visible each truck was to the other. Sometimes, trucks turning across divided highways have to cross multiple lanes of traffic. That creates a window of vulnerability, and if the truck making the turn misjudges the speed or distance of the other vehicle—or if the oncoming truck was speeding—that window can slam shut quickly. Dash cams, nearby surveillance footage, and ECM data showing speed and brake use can all help reconstruct those critical seconds.
Another often-overlooked factor in these types of crashes is communication. In some situations, truck drivers operating near one another—especially in rural areas—may try to coordinate turns or movements over CB radio. That kind of informal communication isn’t recorded, but it can influence decision-making in ways that don’t always come out unless someone conducts detailed witness interviews.
It’s also worth considering whether both drivers were fully aware of their surroundings or possibly making last-second decisions. For instance, if a truck were to cut across multiple lanes to make an unexpected turn, even if technically legal, that could create a dangerous scenario with very little time for the other driver to react. These kinds of split-second decisions are precisely what thorough investigations aim to clarify—using data, diagrams, and eyewitness accounts to determine whether anyone acted recklessly or simply got caught in a bad situation.
Key Takeaways:
- A left turn by one truck suggests issues with visibility, timing, or failure to yield that must be investigated.
- Black box data and dash cam footage can clarify how fast the vehicles were moving and whether either tried to brake.
- Investigators should determine if road layout or traffic controls contributed to the confusion or delay in reaction time.
- A thorough review of driver conduct, company policy, and vehicle positioning is needed to establish accountability.
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