Single-vehicle crash kills 18-year-old on Tpk in Yukon

Posted on Tuesday, April 18th, 2023 at 3:54 am

YUKON, OK – An 18-year-old man died Monday after losing control of his vehicle and crashing along the highway in Yukon, reports KFOR News.

The incident happened along the ramp from the northbound side of the John Kilpatrick Turnpike to I-40 eastbound, which is just northwest of Westbury.

Police aren’t sure what caused the accident, but they say the driver left the roadway and collided with a bridge support.

The victim, identified as Peyton Sims, died after transport to a local hospital.

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.

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