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Oklahoma City, OK (November 22, 2024) - A person was killed after a pedestrian accident in the Oklahoma City area on Thursday, November 21. The fatal crash took place at the corner of N. Rockwell Avenue and Northwest Expressway late that evening. Local reports revealed that the victim was on foot when they were hit by an oncoming motorist.
At the time of the crash, the at-fault driver was traveling in the wrong direction on the road. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The victim sustained fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable travelers on the road. Pedestrian fatalities are on the rise nationwide, and there's a higher chance of death or serious injury when traveling on foot. According to recent numbers, about one in six deaths in a recent year involved pedestrians in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that in Oklahoma in 2021, nearly 13 percent of traffic deaths involved someone on foot. If someone close to you dies in a car accident, you should be ready to file a strong wrongful death claim with the help of an experienced attorney.
A deadly crash is never easy to manage. In an instant, someone close to you can be taken forever, leaving you and your surviving family in a difficult situation. The person responsible should be held accountable for their role in the crash. A competent Oklahoma City wrongful death lawyer can help you during this time to make sure your legal rights are secured. The legal team at Calvert Law Firm has helped many families pursue successful cases, and we are ready to get to work for you. Contact our offices today at 405-848-5000.
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