Blue Rapids Woman Injured in Icy Crash Near Randolph

Pamela Martin sustained minor injuries after her Toyota Camry slid on a bridge in northern Riley County.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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A 59-year-old Blue Rapids woman named Pamela Martin was driving on Tuttle Creek Blvd. near Randolph, Kansas on Sunday night when her Toyota Camry slid on icy roads and wrecked on a bridge. Martin sustained minor injuries and was transported to Via Christi Hospital by Riley County EMS.

Why it matters

Icy road conditions are a major safety concern during the winter months, especially on bridges and overpasses that can freeze over more quickly than other road surfaces. This incident highlights the importance of driving cautiously in inclement weather to avoid accidents.

The details

According to Riley County Police, Pamela Martin was driving her Toyota Camry on Tuttle Creek Blvd. near the town of Randolph shortly before 9 p.m. on Sunday when her vehicle slid on the icy road and wrecked on a bridge.

  • The incident occurred on Sunday night around 9 p.m.

The players

Pamela Martin

A 59-year-old woman from Blue Rapids, Kansas who was driving the Toyota Camry involved in the crash.

Riley County Police

The law enforcement agency that responded to and reported on the crash incident.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to exercise extra caution and reduce speeds when road conditions are icy, especially when crossing bridges and overpasses, in order to avoid similar crashes and injuries.