2 injured in 2-car crash caused by racing at Memorial and I-44
Posted on Thursday, July 18th, 2024 at 1:48 am
TULSA, OK – At least one person went to the hospital Tuesday night after a two-vehicle collision in southeast Tulsa, reports News on 6.
The incident happened after 11 p.m. on Memorial Drive near I-44, which is east of Terrace Park and northeast of US-64.
Police say that two vehicles crashed while trying to avoid two other vehicles that were racing each other on the interstate. One of the two vehicles involved in the accident overturned, injuring the driver.
Medics transported the driver of the overturned vehicle to the hospital with unspecified injuries.
The other driver sustained non-critical injuries. It’s unclear if they required hospitalization.
The drivers of the two vehicles that were racing did not stop to render aid and speak with authorities. As of Tuesday night, police were still looking for these drivers.
A full investigation is underway.
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.
