Police investigate collision on Turner Tpk at MM 216.5 in Sapulpa
Posted on Thursday, September 28th, 2023 at 4:02 am
SAPULPA, OK – Officials closed the eastbound side of the turnpike on Tuesday morning after a late morning accident, reports Fox 23.
The accident happened around 11 a.m. on the eastbound side of Turner Turnpike, or I-44, near mile marker 216.5, which is just west of U.S. Route 66.
The circumstances of the accident are still under investigation. Police say that a vehicle struck another car after trying to use the shoulder for passing.
It’s not yet clear if anyone was injured in the accident. Officials closed the roadway for over an hour while crews investigated and worked to clear the scene.
Our team of news bloggers will report back if we learn more about injuries or the number of vehicles involved.
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.