WAGONER COUNTY, Okla. — A 52-year-old man died in a motorcycle crash in Wagoner County on Friday evening, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
Billy Taylor of Wagoner was riding westbound on East 700 Road near South 324 Road at approximately 8:11 p.m. when the incident occurred.
Authorities said Taylor attempted to pass another vehicle on a hill, colliding head-on with an eastbound vehicle. His motorcycle subsequently struck the driver’s side door of the vehicle he was overtaking.
Taylor was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel. The driver of the eastbound vehicle sustained injuries and received medical aid.
Investigators are currently looking into the circumstances surrounding the crash. No further details regarding lane closures or tows have been provided.