Recent Oklahoma Serious Vehicle Accident Injury News from Self & Associates
Provided as a public service for all Oklahoma Residents
Below are recent headlines and brief news article summaries about car, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian and other serious vehicle accidents in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and cities and counties across Oklahoma.
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Bicyclist injured during crash in Moore - KOKH
OKC Fox reports that an adult bicyclist was seriously injured Sunday evening after being struck by a car near Southwest 4th Street and Howard Avenue in Moore (Cleveland County). The bicyclist was transported by ambulance to a hospital in serious condition. Moore police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. (Source: OKC Fox)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
Child critically injured in junior sprint heat race crash in Oklahoma City - KOKH
OKC Fox reports that a 12-year-old racer suffered life-threatening injuries after a junior sprint car crashed and caught fire Friday night at I-44 Speedway in Oklahoma City (Oklahoma County). Witnesses said the sprint car rolled onto its side before igniting. According to the family, the child sustained third-degree burns over much of his body and remains on life support. (Source: OKC Fox)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
California man dead after Creek County crash - KTUL
The Oklahoman reports that two pedestrians were killed in separate overnight crashes in northeast Oklahoma City (Oklahoma County). One fatal crash occurred near Interstate 35 and Northeast 36th Street, where two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle, killing one and critically injuring the other. In a separate incident, another pedestrian was fatally struck elsewhere in northeast Oklahoma City. Both crashes remain under investigation. (Source: The Oklahoman)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
OHP investigating semi crash on eastbound I-44 east of South Yale Avenue - News On 6
News On 6 reports that the Oklahoma Highway Patrol is investigating a crash involving a semi-truck on eastbound Interstate 44 just east of South Yale Avenue in Tulsa (Tulsa County). The crash temporarily shut down portions of the interstate and caused significant traffic delays before the roadway was reopened. Authorities continue investigating the cause of the collision. (Source: News On 6)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
Pocasset woman dies after crash at Purcell intersection - KOKH
OKC Fox reports that 74-year-old Nelda Idle of Pocasset died after a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of 180th Street and May Avenue near Purcell in McClain County. Investigators say Idle failed to stop at a stop sign and was struck by another vehicle. Two passengers in her vehicle and the other driver were injured. (Source: OKC Fox)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
1 dead, 1 airlifted after head-on crash between Ram 5500 and semi near Grandfield - KSWO 7News
KSWO reports that an Oklahoma Department of Transportation worker was killed Tuesday morning after being struck by a vehicle while standing near an ODOT truck on the shoulder of U.S. Highway 62 west of Snyder in Kiowa County. The worker was pronounced dead at the scene, and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol is investigating the fatal crash. (Source: KSWO)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
Motorcyclist injured in crash with car in NW OKC - News 9
News 9 reports that a motorcyclist was injured Saturday night after colliding with a car near Northwest 39th Expressway and North Sterling Avenue in Oklahoma City (Oklahoma County). Emergency crews responded to the scene and transported the rider to a hospital for treatment. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. (Source: News 9)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
Pawnee man killed in crash near railroad crossing - KOKH
OKC Fox reports that 32-year-old Dustin Laffoon of Pawnee was killed Thursday evening in a crash near a railroad crossing on U.S. Highway 412 in Garfield County. According to investigators, one vehicle was stopped at the crossing with its flashers activated when Laffoon's vehicle struck it from behind. Laffoon died from his injuries, and the crash remains under investigation. (Source: OKC Fox)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
Two injured after fiery crash near Del City - News 9
News 9 reports that a crash on Interstate 40 in southeast Oklahoma City (Oklahoma County) caused significant traffic delays Tuesday morning. Emergency crews responded to the scene, resulting in lane closures and congestion while authorities worked to clear the roadway. Police continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. (Source: News 9)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
Rollover crash on I-40 after car hits arrow board - KFOR.com
KFOR reports that a rollover crash occurred on Interstate 40 in Oklahoma City after a vehicle struck an Oklahoma Department of Transportation arrow board. The impact caused the vehicle to overturn, prompting emergency crews to respond and temporarily close lanes while the scene was cleared. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. (Source: KFOR)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
Pawnee man killed in Garfield County crash - News 9
News 9 reports that 32-year-old Dustin Laffoon of Pawnee died Thursday evening after a crash on U.S. Highway 412 near a railroad crossing in Garfield County. Investigators say traffic had stopped for an approaching train when Laffoon's vehicle struck the rear of another vehicle. Laffoon died from his injuries, while others involved were treated for non-life-threatening injuries. (Source: News 9)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
Crash into southwest Oklahoma City light pole claims life of driver - KOCO
KOCO reports that one person was hospitalized Wednesday night after a vehicle crashed into a light pole near Southwest 29th Street and South Agnew Avenue in Oklahoma City (Oklahoma County). Emergency crews responded to the scene and transported the driver to a hospital. Authorities are investigating the circumstances that led to the crash. (Source: KOCO)
Summary based on publicly available reporting aggregated through Google News, or from local Oklahoma news sources. Original article linked above.
