Tragic crash claims 8 lives from Missouri family and 2 Oklahoma teens
Tragedy struck near U.S Highway 169 in Franklin County on Sunday evening when a devastating crash claimed the lives of eight people, involving a GMC Yukon XL and a Subaru Legacy colliding head-on. The crash occurred around 5:43 p.m. at mile marker 111.1, as detailed in the KHP crash log. Thankfully, a 15-year-old from Oklahoma was the sole survivor and is currently recovering in the hospital. The Franklin County stretch of highway was closed for investigation, with one resident noting the area's known dangers due to speeding drivers. Among the victims were a high school student, a former coach, and a transportation team member from Tulsa Public Schools, who were returning from a basketball tournament. TPS Superintendent and educators expressed deep sorrow for the loss, emphasizing the profound impact the individuals had on their community. Another student from Union Freshman Academy also tragically lost his life in the accident, prompting the school district to offer counseling services for those affected. FOX4 will continue to provide updates on the ongoing investigation.
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