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Muskogee, OK (December 29, 2024) – On Friday, December 27, a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Muskogee, and a suspect has been arrested in connection with the deadly accident. The incident took place at the corner of E. Okmulgee Avenue and Spaulding Boulevard late that night around 7:06 p.m. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene and found a man who had been hit by a motor vehicle.
The at-fault driver fled the scene without rendering aid. The victim was treated at the scene by attending medical personnel before being transported by ambulance to St. Francis Muskogee, where he was later pronounced dead. The deceased victim was later identified as 35-year-old Jacob Reynolds. Officials were able to locate the tag number of the suspect vehicle, and the driver was later located and charged. The driver was identified as 24-year-old Caleb Deshazer. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are managing an ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
When a pedestrian shares the road with a motor vehicle, there is always a greater chance of serious injuries. About one in five deaths in the past year involved pedestrians. In Oklahoma, 104 pedestrians were killed in car accidents in 2021, and another 149 were severely hurt, showing just how dangerous it can be to walk along the state's roads. A lot of accidents in Oklahoma involve pedestrians, and most of them take place outside of intersections. Oklahoma has a pedestrian fatality rate of nearly 13 percent, lower than the national rate of 17 percent. However, just one death is too many, and you need to be ready to take action to pursue justice after a deadly accident.
If someone close to you is killed in a pedestrian crash, you are likely looking for answers. A competent Muskogee wrongful death lawyer can help you navigate the complex claims process to make sure your legal rights are protected at every stage. Contact the offices of Calvert Law Firm today at 405-848-5000 to get started on your claim.
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