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Eufaula, OK - Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash at Hwy 9

September 30, 2024

Eufaula, OK (September 30, 2024) - On Saturday, September 28, a man was killed and others were injured after a crash involving multiple motorcycles in the Eufaula area. The deadly accident took place near the crossing of Highway 9 and South 4280 Road late that night around 7 p.m. Local reports revealed that 34-year-old James Harp was operating a motorcycle with a female passenger when he was involved in a crash with two other motorcycles and a passenger car. 

Emergency crews were rushed to the scene. Harp was transported to a local hospital in critical condition and later pronounced dead on Sunday, September 29, that morning around 3 a.m. The female passenger on his bike, along with the rider and another passenger on the other motorcycle, were also hospitalized for treatment. The third motorcyclist refused treatment. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are also with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery. 

Deadly Motorcycle Accidents in Oklahoma

Eufaula, OK - Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash at Hwy 9 & 4280 RdIn Oklahoma, motorcycles are a popular pastime. Riders do not have the same safety features as people in passenger cars, meaning that motorcyclists are more likely to suffer serious injuries. In 2020, there were 1,231 motorcycle crashes reported across the Sooner State. At least 661 people were hurt and 62 died in motorcycle crashes that year. Statistics show that riders are almost 28 times more likely to suffer fatal injuries and almost four times more likely to be hurt in a crash. The majority of motorcycle accidents involve at least one other vehicle.

It is important that you are ready to pursue a strong wrongful death claim if you have recently lost a loved one in a tragic motorcycle crash. A competent Eufaula motorcycle accident lawyer is ready to get to work on your case. Contact the offices of Calvert Law Firm today at 405-848-5000 to get started on your case.  Our legal team will work tirelessly to help you recover after your loved one's sudden death.

Note: Our team of dedicated writers carefully compiles these blog posts by drawing on a variety of trusted external sources, including local and state news outlets, social media platforms, police, and state accident reports, and, occasionally, firsthand eyewitness accounts. We encourage you to contact the Calvert Law Firm immediately if you notice any inaccuracies or outdated information in our posts. We are committed to ensuring our content remains accurate and up-to-date, and we will promptly make any necessary corrections.

Disclaimer: This post is not intended as a solicitation for business, nor should any of the information provided be construed as medical or legal advice. If you’ve been involved in an accident, seeking immediate medical attention is crucial. Please note that the image accompanying this post is for illustrative purposes only and does not depict the actual accident scene.

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