Accident Victim Saved By Witnesses
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Posted: 8:04 PM Jul 18, 2008
Last Updated: 9:29 PM Jul 18, 2008
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A local man is recovering after being injured in a car crash. Police said his condition could have been much worse if not for the quick thinking of nearby witnesses. But the man could go from the hospital to jail.

The accident happened around 4:30 p.m. on Willow-esque in West Wichita. Police said the driver lost control of his SUV. The driver was ejected and the vehicle landed on top of him.

People who saw the crash were able to get the SUV back on its wheels, freeing the man.

The accident victim was initially reported in critical condition. His condition had improved by the time an EMS crew took him to the hospital.

A nearby resident tells KAKE News the car was stolen from a family member's driveway on Summitlawn. Police are investigating the crash as a possible stolen vehicle case.

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Posted by: Anonymous on Jul 21, 2008 at 09:21 AM
How can you say great story??? Yea the witnesses done their part but I bet if they the guy had just stole the vechile from 2 streets over they wouldn't have. All he wanted to do was run with his buddies who did and left him laying there....GREAT STORY HUH!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: Good news for a change Location: Wichita on Jul 19, 2008 at 07:38 PM
Great story - for once it's about something good :) thank you Kake!!!

Posted by: Kristi Location: Wichita on Jul 18, 2008 at 08:59 PM
Now those people should be thanked and recognized for being good samaritans!

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