Release: Immediately  

Tragic Accident Results in Serious Injuries and One Fatality to Reno County Public Works Department Employees

Reno County, Kansas – August 14, 2024  

Reno County deeply regrets to announce that a Reno County Public Works Department vehicle was involved in a single-vehicle accident northwest of Pretty Prairie today, August 14, 2024, causing a fatality of an employee and serious injuries to three other employees.  

Reno County is working with the Kansas Highway Patrol as they investigate the accident. 

The identities of the employees are being withheld pending notification of family members, as this is an ongoing investigation. We ask for patience and respect for the privacy of those involved.  

The Reno County Public Works Department will be closed the rest of the week and will reopen on Monday, August 19, 2024. The Reno County Planning Commission will hold their meeting tomorrow evening at 4:30 pm in the Reno County Public Works Department building, 600 Scott Blvd, South Hutchinson. 

 Reno County wants to express our deepest sympathies and know our thoughts are with our employees and their families during this difficult time.