Oklahoma City, OK (October 15, 2024) - On Monday, October 14, one person was killed after a multi-vehicle collision in southeast Oklahoma City. The accident took place early that morning around 12:35 a.m. at the intersection of SE 82nd Street and Interstate 35. Three vehicles reportedly collided at the scene.
Emergency responders were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The area was temporarily closed while local local medical personnel worked the scene. One person suffered fatal injuries in the impact and was later pronounced dead. The road was later reopened after emergency crews were able to remove the resulting debris. The identity of the deceased victim has been withheld. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
The latest crash statistics show that the number of accidents and deaths in Oklahoma has been going up steadily for the past few years. The Oklahoma Highway Safety Office (OHSO) keeps track of how many major accidents happen in the state, and according to the latest OSHO data, 98 fewer people died in car accidents in Oklahoma in 2022 than in 2021. However, other studies reveal that between 2019 and 2022, the number of deaths went up by 14 percent. Not only that, but the number of deaths per 100 million miles driven went up by 15 percent during that time. It's important that you can work to pursue justice after a deadly crash by working closely with a competent legal team.
A deadly crash will change your life forever. You and your family deserve justice. A skilled Oklahoma City wrongful death lawyer can fight to get you the compensation you and your family are owed. The legal team at Calvert Law Firm is here to help. Give us a call today at 405-848-5000 to get started on your case with the help of our dedicated and compassionate lawyers.
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