Carolyn Howard, 72, died after a deer struck by another vehicle went through her windshield on U.S. 169 near Lenapah, Oklahoma

Modified Date: 
Tue, 10/03/2023 - 7:47am
Accident Date: 
Sunday, October 1, 2023

OHP: Woman dies after deer hits windshield on northeastern Oklahoma highway

An Oklahoma Highway Patrol collision report states that a 2016 Jeep Renegade and a 2019 Chevrolet Blazer were traveling in opposite directions of U.S. 169 near Lenapah in Nowata County around 7:25 p.m. when the Jeep struck a deer. The report says the deer then deflected into the Chevrolet's windshield, going through the vehicle and exiting the rear window.

Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Carolyn Howard
Roadway: 
U.S. 169
Area: 
Tulsa, OK