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Injury crash at 119th, Quivira in Overland Park closes intersection, downs power lines

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Overland Park Police Department responded to a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning at West 119th Street and Quivira Road in Overland Park.

Police believe both drivers involved in the crash suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

The collision downed a power line and light pole at 119th and Quivira, leaving live wires across the roadway.

The intersection is currently closed in all directions. Police expect it could take between four to five hours before the lines are re-installed and the intersection re-opens.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area and seek an alternate route.

This story is developing and will be updated as additional information is available.

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