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Tulsa, OK (October 20, 2024) - On Saturday, October 19, a pedestrian was killed after a traffic accident in the Tulsa area. The fatal crash took place on Interstate 244 near N. Sheridan Road. Local reports revealed that the victim was traveling on foot when they were hit by an oncoming pickup truck with two occupants.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. Despite life-saving measures, the injured party suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The deceased victim was later identified as 40-year-old Crystas Cortez. Neither the driver nor the passenger in the truck were hurt in the impact. The area was closed for several hours while local authorities worked the scene. No additional information on the fatal crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
People who travel on foot are some of the most at risk on the road. The number of pedestrian deaths is on the rise across the country, and pedestrians are much more likely to be killed in a crash. The numbers show that about one in six deaths in the United States last year involved a pedestrian. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that someone on foot was involved in almost 13 percent of traffic deaths in Oklahoma in 2021. If someone close to you is killed in a pedestrian crash, you should be ready to file a strong wrongful death claim with the help of a skilled lawyer.
A deadly accident can be difficult to manage on your own. You should not be left alone to handle the aftermath of such a devastating incident. It’s always in your best interests to partner with a competent Tulsa wrongful death lawyer to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Calvert Law Firm is ready to fight for you. Contact our offices today at 405-848-5000 to get started on your claim.
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