Oklahoma City, OK (April 4, 2024) –Police in Oklahoma City say one person lost their life after injuries they sustained in a two-car crash. According to reports from authorities, police responded to the intersection of West Hefner Road and North Meridian Avenue about a crash that involved two cars. They confirm that one vehicle was headed east on West Hefner Road just east of North Meridian Avenue when it collided head-on with another vehicle headed west on Hefner Road. One individual was taken to OU Medical center where they were pronounced deceased a short time later. In total, four individuals suffered injuries in the accident, one of whom lost their life.
Police in Oklahoma City continue to investigate.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Oklahoma Car Accidents
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 Oklahoma City 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.