Jaden C. Jackson, James R. Alford Obituary, Death: OHP: Driver and pedestrian killed in Monday crash on eastern Oklahoma highway.
Jaden C. Jackson, James R. Alford Obituary, Death – Authorities have confirmed that a driver and a pedestrian were killed in a crash on a highway in eastern Oklahoma on Monday. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol’s collision report, the incident occurred just before 11:10 a.m. on State Highway 82, near the town of Talihina in Le Flore County. A 2007 Toyota and a pedestrian were involved in the crash, resulting in the deaths of both the driver and the pedestrian at the scene.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has identified the driver as 80-year-old James R. Alford from Red Oak, and the pedestrian as 26-year-old Jaden C. Jackson from Wilburton. In addition, the report mentioned a second vehicle that was found at the crash site, but it was unoccupied. The cause of the crash remains under investigation by authorities, who are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
At this time, there are no further details regarding how the crash occurred, and the investigation is ongoing. Local law enforcement is examining all factors that could have contributed to the collision. The identities of the individuals involved in the crash have been made public, and their families have been notified. The crash serves as a reminder of the dangers of the road and the need for continued vigilance while driving and walking along highways.
As the investigation continues, authorities have not yet released any additional information. The community of Talihina and surrounding areas are mourning the loss of both individuals, as questions remain about what led to the deadly crash.
