KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A retired Olathe detective died in a crash Saturday morning at the intersection of 175th Street and the Interstate 35 off-ramp.
Gardner police were called to the scene shortly after 11 a.m. on a reported injury crash in the area.
Brian Peters, of Edgerton, died at the scene. The other driver was transported to an area hospital with “injuries believed to be non-life-threatening."
Peters worked for over two decades with the Olathe Police Department.
“The Olathe Police Department is deeply saddened to announce the tragic loss of retired Detective, Brian Peters," OPD Chief Mike Butaud said in a statement. "Detective Peters began his career with the Olathe Police Department in October of 1996. During his tenure, he served in several crucial roles, culminating in his retirement as a Detective in June of 2020. Brian was an exemplary officer and an exceptional individual, and he will be profoundly missed.”
The Kansas Highway Patrol assisted at the scene.
Gardner police said the other driver is “cooperating with the investigation.”
“Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones affected by this tragic incident,” the department said in a news release.
Investigation into the incident continues.
Police posted a call for witnesses on Monday. Anyone who saw the crash is asked to contact Det. Deer at 913-884-8527.
Once the case is complete, it will be sent to the Johnson County District Attorney’s Office for review, per Gardner police.
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