Motorcyclist killed in 2-vehicle crash on OK-16 near OK-52
Posted on Thursday, June 1st, 2023 at 3:31 am
OKMULGEE CO., OK – A 65-year-old motorcyclist died on Friday after a pickup truck struck him along a busy roadway near Preston, reports KFOR News.
The incident happened around 7:30 p.m. on OK-16 near OK-52, which is east of Preston and north of Morris.
The investigation thus far indicates that a westbound 2007 Dodge Ram struck an eastbound 2006 Harley Davidson FSI as the former vehicle turned left into a private drive.
The motorcyclist died at the scene of the crash. Authorities identified him as Russell Gadlage of Coweta.
No other injuries have been reported in connection with the event. 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 motorcycle 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.
