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TULSA, Tulsa County, Okla., Oct. 16, 2026 — An 18-year-old passenger died early on Thursday morning, October 15, after a pickup truck left the roadway on westbound Interstate 44 and hit a semi-truck parked on the shoulder, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
Troopers said the crash happened just before 4 a.m. near the Highway 169 interchange. The pickup was traveling in a westbound lane when it drifted off the road and struck the back of the stopped semi.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol identified the passenger as Addison Harvey, 18, of Shawnee. Harvey died at the scene. The pickup's driver, Larry Stuteville, 18, of Wewoka, was taken to a hospital with injuries, OHP reported.
Investigators said the semi's driver was not at the vehicle when the crash occurred. Exit ramps from westbound I-44 onto Highway 169 stayed closed for several hours on Thursday while troopers worked the scene. The crash remains under investigation. No additional information has been released.
Our sympathies are with the family of the person who lost their life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How are fatal crashes like this one investigated?
State troopers typically document the scene, measure skid marks and vehicle damage, interview witnesses, and review any available video before determining how the crash happened.
How long do these investigations usually take?
A full crash reconstruction and final report can take several weeks to a few months, especially when toxicology results or mechanical inspections are involved.
Does impairment play a role in highway crashes like this?
It can, but it is not assumed. Investigators routinely check for signs of impaired or fatigued driving as part of a standard crash investigation, and findings are only confirmed once testing and reports are complete.
Where do fatal crashes most commonly happen on highways?
Interchanges, merge points, and shoulders where vehicles are stopped or slowing unexpectedly are common sites for serious highway crashes.
What to Do After a Highway Crash in Tulsa, OK
If you're involved in a highway crash, try to move to a safe location away from traffic lanes if your vehicle is drivable, and turn on hazard lights to alert other drivers. Call 911 right away, even if injuries aren't immediately obvious, since some symptoms take hours to appear. Stay with your vehicle in a safe spot until troopers arrive, and accept medical evaluation if paramedics offer it. Once you're safe, request a copy of the official crash report from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol for your records, and keep track of any medical visits related to the incident in the days that follow.
