Tiawah, OK (June 25, 2026) – Two people lost their lives following a head-on collision on Wednesday morning on Highway 88 near Main Street in Tiawah.
According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the crash involved two vehicles and occurred shortly before 7:45 a.m. on Highway 88. Troopers reported that one vehicle crossed the centerline and collided head-on with an oncoming vehicle.
Authorities later identified the victims as 64-year-old Rhonda Brewer of Sapulpa and 24-year-old Shaylee King of Inola. Both drivers suffered fatal injuries in the collision.
Emergency crews responded to the scene, and all lanes of Highway 88 were closed while first responders assisted those involved and investigators processed the crash site.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol’s Traffic Homicide Unit and the Medical Examiner’s Office assisted with the investigation. Officials initially withheld the identities of the victims until next-of-kin notifications could be completed. The highway has since reopened to traffic. The crash remains under investigation.
We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of Rhonda Brewer and Shaylee King during this difficult time.
Why Head-On Collisions Are Fatal?
Head-on crashes are among the most severe types of motor vehicle collisions because the force of impact is concentrated directly between vehicles traveling in opposite directions. Even when occupants are properly restrained, these crashes frequently result in catastrophic or fatal injuries.
Investigators examining head-on collisions typically review roadway evidence, vehicle damage, witness statements, driver actions, and environmental conditions. In cases involving fatalities, specialized reconstruction teams may be called in to determine the precise sequence of events.
The findings from these investigations help authorities understand what caused the crash and may provide important information for future roadway safety efforts aimed at preventing similar tragedies.
