Injuries reported in collision involving semi at I-44 NB near I-40
Posted on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024 at 2:06 am
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – Emergency teams reported to a two-vehicle collision involving a semi-truck along the interstate in central Oklahoma City on Thursday.
According to News on 9, the incident happened sometime before 3:45 p.m. on the northbound side of I-44 near I-40, which is just south of Oklahoma State University Oklahoma City.
It’s not yet clear what caused the crash, but police say it involved a car and an 18-wheeler carrying cardboard. The collision caused the truck to jackknife along the interstate.
One person sustained injuries in the crash. There’s no word yet on whether they required hospitalization.
Officials asked drivers to avoid the area while crews worked at the scene.
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.
