Teen hurt in 2-vehicle crash involving semi-truck in Okarche

Posted on Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 at 3:08 am

OKARCHE, OK – Medics airlifted a young man to the hospital after his vehicle collided with an 18-wheeler on a county road in Okarche, reports OKC Fox 25.

The incident happened Sunday on NS 2740 in Kingfisher county.

Police say an 18-year-old high school student veered out of his southbound lane and collided head-on with an 18-wheeler.

The teen driver sustained critical injuries. Police say he may have been intoxicated at the time of the crash.

The truck driver also went to the hospital with injuries.

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.

Categories: Car Accidents

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