Aug 04, 2025

Kansas man dies after motorcycle, car accident

Posted Aug 04, 2025 2:00 AM

THOMAS COUNTY—A Kansas man died in an accident just after noon on Sunday in Thomas County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 1991 Kawasaki driven by Duane D.  Kriegshauser, 62, Colby, was northbound on Kansas 25 approximately one mile north of Interstate 70.

The motorcycle struck the right side of a 2006 Toyota Prius driven by Laura D. Kern, 32, Colby, who had slowed and was attempting a turn into a private drive.

 Kriegshauser was pronounced deceased just before 1p.m. at Citizens Medical Center. Kern was properly restrained and not injured. Kriegshauser was not wearing a helmet, according to the KHP.