3 Killed In Car Crash Near Vinita

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says three people were killed when the car they were in crashed head-on with a tractor-trailer rig near Vinita in northeastern Oklahoma.

Tuesday, March 15th 2011, 9:05 am

By: News 9


Associated Press

VINITA, Oklahoma -- The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says three people were killed when the car they were in crashed head-on with a tractor-trailer rig near Vinita in northeastern Oklahoma.

Troopers say 18-year-old Kyle Samuel Lee and 20-year-old Sean Roper of Jay and 20-year-old Megan Cooper of Eucha died in the collision just after 12:30 p.m. Monday.

Investigators say the three were in a car driven by Lee that was weaving and crossed the center line on Oklahoma Highway 2 -- crashing into the oncoming semi. The truck driver was treated and released at the scene.

Troopers say they don't know why the car was weaving.

logo

Get The Daily Update!

Be among the first to get breaking news, weather, and general news updates from News 9 delivered right to your inbox!

More Like This

March 15th, 2011

March 22nd, 2024

March 14th, 2024

February 9th, 2024

Top Headlines

March 29th, 2024

March 29th, 2024

March 29th, 2024

March 29th, 2024