Impairment suspected in crash that injured mother, toddler in Tulsa
Posted on Thursday, April 30th, 2026 at 9:35 pm
TULSA, OK – Tulsa Police suspect impairment was a contributing factor behind a crash that injured a mother and her child, a toddler, on Thursday.
Police told KTUL that the incident occurred on South Lewis Avenue near East 13th Street. Here, the driver crashed his white sedan into a pole, leaving minor damage to the car and significant damage to the pole itself.
The mother and child, who were inside the white sedan, were transported to a hospital by the Emergency Medical Services Authority. The child, who was not in a car seat, suffered critical injuries, while their mother was left with unspecified injuries.
Police conducted a field sobriety test on the driver, who did not pass it. Police said he was under the influence, but did not specify whether his judgment was impaired by alcohol or drugs.
The driver was also left with unspecified injuries. Officials said EMSA also transported him from the scene, but did not confirm if he needed to go to the hospital.
Police did not say if the man had family ties to the mother and child, and did not say if he will be facing charges.
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.
