TULSA, Okla. — A motorcycle accident on Interstate 44 left one man dead on Sunday, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
Authorities identified the victim as 69-year-old Steven Fennell of Tulsa, who was involved in the crash around 5:30 p.m.
Troopers reported that Fennell was riding east on I-44 when he rear-ended another vehicle that had slowed to yield for a fire truck entering the roadway with lights and sirens activated.
The collision resulted in Fennell losing control of the motorcycle, leading to his immediate injuries. The driver of the other vehicle was uninjured.
OHP has confirmed that Fennell’s next of kin has been notified. An investigation into the incident is ongoing, with no further details available at this time.
Motorists should be aware of potential lane closures as emergency responders address the scene.