Heavener man killed in 2-vehicle crash involving semi near Okarche
Posted on Wednesday, February 7th, 2024 at 2:33 am
CANADIAN CO., OK – The driver of a pickup died Tuesday after colliding with an 18-wheeler near the county line dividing Canadian and Kingfisher Counties, reports KOCO News 5.
Crews responded to the crash around 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Fort Reno Road and 248th Street Northwest, which is just west of Okarche.
The investigation indicates that the southbound Chevy Silverado ran a stop sign and struck a semi in the intersection. The collision caused the 18-wheeler to overturn.
The driver of the Chevy, identified as 25-year-old Dereck Goodmanson, died after transport to a local hospital.
Medics transported the truck driver to the hospital with unspecified injuries. He has since been released.
The investigation is ongoing.
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