Two killed after car crashes into Lake Overholser in Oklahoma City

Two people died early Sunday morning after their vehicle went off the road and into Lake Overholser in Oklahoma City, authorities said. >> Download the KOCO 5 app | Subscribe to KOCO 5’s YouTube channel | Sign up for KOCO 5’s Morning NewsletterWitnesses told authorities they saw the car driving at a high rate of speed before it left the road, crossed onto the grass, and entered the lake. "The Oklahoma City Fire Dive Team responded and located the vehicle submerged in the water. Once we were able to get that vehicle removed from the water, we found an adult male and adult female inside the vehicle," said Lt. Jeff Cooper with the Oklahoma City Police Department. "Our traffic fatality units out here right now, so they'll be working the accident, and then determine the cause of why it went into the water," Cooper said. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here.Authorities have not released the identities of the victims or any information about what caused the crash. The scene has since been cleared.Top HeadlinesTIMELINE: Severe storm risk changes for Sunday after morning showers in OklahomaTrump says US will begin blockade of Strait of Hormuz after talks ended without a dealTwo dead after crashing into lake OverholserUS and Iran leave peace talks without a dealHeads or tails? Coin flip decides tie in Wisconsin election