Nicholas K. Nair, 20, Gavin A. Short, 19, and Drake H. Brooks, 22, killed in collision involving semi truck on Interstate 35 near Tonkawa, Oklahoma
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Fri, 02/10/2023 - 6:44amAccident Date:
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Short and Brooks were passengers in the vehicle, which became disabled and was blocking the outside lane of the interstate, the highway patrol said in a report. A semi-truck traveling in the southbound lanes crashed into the stopped Volkswagen.
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Take these important steps after a truck accident in Tonkawa
As the trucking industry grows in Tonkawa, more and more truck accidents are happening.
Commercial trucks are common on the roads, and their size, weight, and many blind spots pose significant dangers to other drivers. And when a truck accident occurs, victims often suffer serious, debilitating injuries that require long-term medical care. Fatality truck crashes are common.
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Type: Car Accident
People Involved:
Nicholas K. Nair
Gavin A. Short
Drake H. Brooks
Roadway:
Interstate 35City:
Tonkawa, OKCounty:
Kay County, OKArea:
Oklahoma City, OK