Joseph M. Reed Obituary, Death: Oklahoma man dies in southeast Kansas crash.
Joseph M. Reed Obituary, Death – A tragic crash in Cherokee County on Tuesday claimed the life of a 79-year-old Oklahoma man and left a woman seriously injured. The incident occurred just before noon at the intersection of old U.S. 166 Highway and Kansas Highway 26.
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), the driver of a Volkswagen Jetta, 79-year-old Joseph M. Reed of Vinita, Oklahoma, was heading east on old U.S. 166 Highway when he approached the stop sign at the intersection with K-26. The Jetta then attempted to cross K-26 but failed to yield to a southbound tow truck traveling on the highway. As a result, the two vehicles collided.
Joseph Reed was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, while his 73-year-old female passenger sustained serious injuries. She was promptly taken to a hospital in Joplin, Missouri, for medical treatment. The 23-year-old driver of the tow truck, who was alone in the vehicle, was unharmed in the collision.
The Kansas Highway Patrol confirmed that all individuals involved in the crash were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the incident. Despite this, the severity of the collision led to tragic outcomes for Reed and his passenger.
Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing. Authorities have yet to determine whether any other factors contributed to the accident, though initial reports point to failure to yield as the primary cause of the collision. The identities of the other people involved have not been released by the authorities beyond the confirmation of Reed’s death and the woman’s injury.
This fatal crash is another reminder of the importance of safety and awareness when navigating roadways, especially at intersections with high traffic flow. The Kansas Highway Patrol continues to investigate the incident and urges drivers to be cautious and yield when necessary to prevent such accidents.
As the investigation continues, thoughts are with the family and friends of Joseph Reed, who will be remembered for his life, even as they mourn the devastating loss. The woman injured in the crash is also in the thoughts of the community as she recovers from her serious injuries.
In addition to the loss of life, crashes like these highlight the need for continued efforts in promoting road safety and ensuring that all drivers remain vigilant on the road. The Kansas Highway Patrol will continue to provide updates as the investigation progresses and more details are available.
