Wrong-way crash on US-259 in central McCurtain Co. kills 1, injures 1

Posted on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 at 12:30 am

MCCURTAIN CO., OK – One person died, another was seriously hurt Tuesday in a wrong-way collision along the highway in central McCurtain County, reports KTUL News 8.

The accident happened between Hochatown and Sherwood on US-259. This is near Beavers Bend State Park and Nature Center.

Police say that for unknown reasons, a northbound 2016 Chevy pickup entered the southbound side of the highway and crashed head-on into a southbound driver.

The wrong-way driver, whom authorities have not yet identified, died at the scene of the accident.

Medics airlifted the other driver to an area hospital with critical 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

Tags: McCurtain County, Oklahoma City

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