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TULSA, Tulsa County, Okla., Oct. 21, 2026 — A woman in her 60s was in critical condition on Wednesday morning, October 21, after a car struck her while she was crossing at 15th Street and Denver Avenue in Tulsa, according to the Tulsa County Sheriff's Office.
The sheriff's office said the woman was in a crosswalk when a driver turning left onto eastbound 15th Street hit her. The crash happened the morning of October 21.
A Tulsa County Sheriff's deputy was reportedly among the first to reach the scene. The deputy and bystanders helped the injured woman until EMSA medics and Tulsa police arrived, the sheriff's office said. Crews then took her to a hospital in critical condition.
The sheriff's Gilcrease Division Traffic Unit is now investigating the crash and reviewing whether to file charges. No further details have been released.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
More Crash News from Tulsa County
This pedestrian crash happened on Denver Avenue in Tulsa, OK. For other recent crashes near Tulsa, OK, visit our Tulsa County accident news page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
Pedestrians generally have the right of way once they have entered a marked crosswalk, and drivers turning across it, whether left or right, must yield until the crossing is clear.
How can drivers lower the chance of striking someone crossing the street?
Slowing down at intersections, checking both directions before completing a turn, and avoiding distractions like phones give drivers more time to spot and stop for someone in the road.
What injuries are most common when a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle?
Pedestrians often suffer broken bones, head injuries, and internal injuries, since there is little to protect the body from the impact or from hitting the pavement afterward.
What typically causes these crashes?
Common factors include drivers failing to yield while turning, distracted driving, poor visibility, and pedestrians crossing outside marked crosswalks.
What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident in Tulsa, OK
Anyone involved in or who witnesses a pedestrian crash should call 911 right away so medics can evaluate the injured person, even if injuries aren't immediately obvious. It's worth staying at the scene until officers arrive to give a statement, since those details can matter later. Following up with a doctor in the days after the crash is important too, as some injuries, especially to the head or joints, don't show symptoms right away. Keeping any paperwork from police or medical providers can also help if questions come up about what happened.
