MARION COUNTY —Two people died in an accident just before 6:30a.m. Thursday in Marion County.
The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2017 GMC Acadia driven by Travis Alan Flasschoen, 41, Wichita, was eastbound on U.S. 50 just west of Union Road.
The SUV traveled left of center and struck a westbound 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe driven by John M Ireland, 71, Cottonwood Falls, head-on
Flasschoen and Ireland were pronounced dead at the scene. Flasschoen was not wearing a seat belt, according to the KHP.
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First responders are on the scene of a double-fatal crash in Marion County.
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, the crash involving two vehicles occurred just after 6:30 a.m. on Highway 50 just west of Florence. Each vehicle had a single occupant.
Authorities released no additional details just before 9 a.m. Thursday.
The roadway continues to experience traffic issues as first responders remain on scene to further investigate this tragic event. Please continue to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
Check the Post for additional details as they are released.