Wheel malfunction causes fatal motorcycle crash on OK-48 in Durant

Posted on Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 at 1:50 am

DURANT, OK – A 41-year-old motorcyclist died Monday in a single-vehicle accident along the highway in northwest Bryan County, reports KXII 12.

The incident happened in the afternoon along OK-48 just north of Durant. This is north of Southeastern Oklahoma State University and about 150 miles southeast of Oklahoma City.

Police say the motorcyclist lost control of his bike when the back wheel malfunctioned, causing the motorcycle to leave the highway and crash. The impact ejected the motorcycle operator, who has been identified as Russel Reno of Durant.

Medics transported Reno to an area hospital, where he died from injuries sustained in the accident.

A full investigation is underway to determine what might have caused the biker’s wheel to lock up.

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: Motorcycle Accidents

Tags: Durant, Oklahoma City

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