Durant, OK (October 17, 2024) - A two-vehicle crash in Bryan County outside of Durant on Wednesday, October 16, resulted in fatal injuries. The accident took place on US-70 near Leavenworth Trail early that morning around 11:30 a.m. Local reports revealed that a motorcycle and another vehicle collided at the scene.
The circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. It was later revealed that one of the vehicles entered the intersection and pulled out from a stop sign as it collided with an eastbound car. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. At least one person involved sustained fatal injuries in the crash. It’s unknown if anyone else was hurt at this time. Both sides of the highway were shut down as local authorities worked the scene. No further information on the collision is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
People in Oklahoma like to ride motorbikes for fun and travel. Unfortunately, riders don't have the same safety features as people in cars. That means that they are more likely to get seriously hurt in the event of a crash. In 2020, there were 1,231 motorbike accidents reported in the state of Oklahoma, and these crashes hurt at least 661 people and killed 62 others that year. Statistics show that almost 80 percent of motorcycle accidents end in death or injury, and riders are almost 26 times more likely to be killed in a collision. You must partner with a skilled legal team to protect your legal rights after a deadly crash.
A fatal accident will change your life forever. The steps you take now are important, and you should work closely with a trained Durant motorcycle accident lawyer. The legal team at Calvert Law Firm is ready to fight for you. Contact our offices today at 405-848-5000.
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