IN KANSAS CITY IN PLATTE COUNTY
Kansas City police responded to the area of NW 106th and N. Pomona on a confirmed fatality collision/pedestrian struck at about 7 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 22.
Police say preliminary investigation revealed that a semi-truck driver had exited his vehicle and was standing in a lane of travel on N. Pomona. The driver/pedestrian was struck, knocked to the ground and then run over by a white Kalmar Hustler (trailer tug) that was traveling southbound on Pomona.
The driver/pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the Kalmar was not injured in the collision.
A Kalmar Hustler is a specialized, heavy-duty vehicle used in logistics to efficiently move semi-trailers, shipping containers, and other large cargo within confined areas like ports, distribution centers, and warehouses.
The intersection of NW 106th Street and N. Pomona Avenue is in Kansas City, specifically in the 64153 zip code in Platte County, near Kansas City International Airport. It is an area known for new development, industrial, and commercial sites, often listed as being at or near 10601 N Pomona Ave or 106th & Ambassador area, a busy growth corridor with highway access.
This is traffic fatality No. 66 in Kansas City this year, compared to 92 at this time last year.
The investigation is ongoing.
