2-car crash at OK-19 and OK-33 near Paul’s Valley kills 1

Posted on Thursday, June 26th, 2025 at 5:06 pm    

GARVIN CO., OK – A 48-year-old woman died, and two men sustained injuries Tuesday in a two-vehicle collision in northeast Garvin County, reports KTUL News 8.

Shortly before 6 p.m., emergency crews were called to assist with a major crash at the intersection of OK-19 and OK-33 on the northeastern outskirts of Paul’s Valley. This is about 60 miles southeast of Oklahoma City.

Police say that airbags deployed when a Honda Accord and a Kia Forte collided at the intersection. There’s no word yet regarding the cause of the accident or the manner in which the two vehicles impacted.

A passenger in the Kia, identified as Sheila Smith, died after transport to an area hospital.

Medics airlifted both drivers to area hospitals with critical injuries. Authorities identified the drivers as 31-year-old Trever Brooks and 48-year-old Jeremy Smith.

A full investigation is underway. Our team of writers will post updates just as soon as we learn more about what happened.

This information is presented as a way to help keep our community safer and is not meant to be taken as legal advice. However, the Oklahoma car accident attorneys at the Abel Law Firm have helped clients secure financial compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses. If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident involving another vehicle, contact us today for a free consultation.

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