Lake Overholser, OK (May 20, 2024) – Two people lost their lives and another was arrested after a crash happened in Lake Overholser. Reports show the incident occurred just before 2:30 a.m. when a vehicle crashed with several people inside. It happened near South Overholser Road near county Line Road when a driver struck a tree. Two people who were inside the car lost their lives due to the extent of their injuries. Police say one person was arrested after the accident, however, the reason has not been reported. Police continue to investigate the details of the wreck.
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Oklahoma Car Wrecks
Car accidents are a frequent occurrence in Oklahoma, with tens of thousands reported every year. These incidents can happen for various reasons, including adverse weather conditions and vehicle malfunctions. However, across Oklahoma and the nation, the leading cause of most collisions is driver negligence. Negligent driving has become a problematic issue throughout the country, especially over the past ten years. Due to the ever-increasing popularity and use of smart phones and other handheld technology, driver distraction has become one of the main reasons car accidents happen in the United States.
Yearly, over 94% of reported car accidents nationwide are attributed to negligent driving, a widespread and hazardous issue affecting millions of Americans annually. Shockingly, more than 6 million car crashes occur in the United States each year, with over 90% of them resulting from negligent driving behaviors such as intoxication, distraction, fatigue, or speeding, according to the NHTSA. Sadly, these accidents cause around 3 million injuries and claim over 40,000 lives annually. Car crashes rank among the top ten causes of death in the United States, with individuals aged 15-20 being particularly vulnerable.
If you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries in an accident caused by negligent driving, you may be grappling with financial, physical, and emotional challenges. At Milly Daniels Law, our team of wrongful death attorneys in Lake Overholser has extensive experience in assisting crash victims and their families in obtaining compensation. If you’ve lost a loved one in a fatal accident, you may be entitled to compensation for various losses, including lost wages, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and more. Reach out to our law office at (405) 768-2570 to discover how we can support you financially during this challenging period.
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