OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma County, Okla., Oct. 30, 2026 — A 16-year-old bicyclist was left in extremely critical condition after being struck by a vehicle on Thursday evening, October 29, in the 2000 block of S. Mustang Road.
The teen was riding a bike in that block when a vehicle hit them at around 6 p.m., according to Oklahoma City police. The crash left the teen in extremely critical condition.
The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. No further details on the vehicle or the circumstances leading up to the crash have been released. The crash remains under investigation. Officials have not said whether speed or any other factor played a role, and no additional information has been made public at this time.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
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This bicycle crash happened on 2000 S. Mustang Road in Oklahoma City, OK. Readers following crash news in Oklahoma County can find city-level information on our Oklahoma City accident resource page, including how to request a report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are most common for cyclists hit by vehicles?
Cyclists struck by cars frequently suffer head and brain injuries, broken bones, and injuries to the legs or pelvis, since they have little protection from impact.
What usually causes car-bicycle collisions?
These crashes commonly happen because a driver fails to see a cyclist, misjudges distance or speed, or turns across a cyclist's path at an intersection or driveway.
Where do most car-bicycle collisions occur?
Many collisions happen at intersections and driveways, where turning or crossing vehicles meet cyclists traveling along or across a roadway.
What is "dooring" and why is it a hazard?
Dooring happens when someone in a parked car opens a door into the path of an oncoming cyclist, giving the rider little or no time to react or swerve away.