GEARY COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 9p.m. Friday in Geary County.
The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2023 International semi driven by Marque E Benard, 24, Ridgeland, Mississippi, was eastbound on Interstate 70 just west of Henry Drive in an active work zone and down to one lane in each direction. The semi struck a 2024 Toyota Highlander driven by Jeffrey A. Tanner, 64, Manhattan, who had swerved to avoid an animal crossing the road.
EMS transported Benard to Stormont Vail in Junction City. Tanner was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained, according to the KHP.