USPS Driver Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash at East 30th and Benton Boulevard [ Kansas City, MO]

Police Search Driver After Hit-and-Run Crash at East 30th and Benton Boulevard

KANSAS CITY, MO (May 13, 2026)— A United States Postal Service delivery driver died Wednesday night after a hit-and-run crash at East 30th Street and Benton Boulevard in Kansas City.

The Kansas City Police Department said officers responded to the intersection shortly before 7:20 p.m. after receiving reports of a deadly crash.

According to police, a white USPS Dodge van traveled south on Benton Boulevard and approached East 30th Street. At the same time, a gray Chevrolet Equinox traveled westbound on East 30th Street.

Investigators said the Chevrolet entered the intersection from a stop sign, and the USPS van struck it. The impact caused the postal van to overturn. The USPS worker was partially ejected from the vehicle and died at the scene.

Police said the Chevrolet driver ran from the crash and had not been identified or located as of Thursday evening.

A nearby resident told FOX4 that she saw a young man exit the Chevrolet Equinox after the crash and leave the area carrying a large red duffel bag. She estimated the person appeared to be around 18 to 21 years old.

Neighbors said the postal worker was serving the route as a substitute carrier that day. Community members described him as well-loved and said the fatal crash had deeply affected the neighborhood.

Authorities continue to search for the fleeing driver and investigate the deadly collision.

Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of the deceased victim. May the bereaved find solace and strength in this extremely trying time.

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