Pedestrian killed after being struck by two cars in Tulsa hit-and-run

Posted on Sunday, August 9th, 2020 at 7:12 am    

TULSA, OK – A man died Friday night in Tulsa after being struck by two vehicles, one of which fled the scene, according to Tulsa World.

The accident occurred in the 6300 block of South Memorial Drive at about 10 p.m.

The unidentified victim was pushing a shopping cart and walking north along the southbound lanes of the highway when he was hit by two vehicles. The first driver stopped to render aid, but the second driver fled the scene.

The victim died later at a hospital of injuries sustained in the crash.

Police are searching for the second driver at this time and are considering using surveillance footage from the area.

The crash remains under investigation.

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 pedestrian 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.

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