I-44 crash result in injury, downed power lines

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – Commuters near downtown Oklahoma City were faced with delays following a major collision on I-44 Monday afternoon.

According to a tweet by OHP, the crash occurred just after 1:30 p.m. within the northbound lanes of I-44 near the exit to Northwest 10th Street.

OKC: Injury collision I-44 north bound at NW 10th. Downed power line at the scene of the accident blocking both the north and south bound lanes…TP

— Okla. Highway Patrol (@OHPtraffic) March 22, 2021

The cause of the crash is not mentioned in the report. Troopers say at least one person was injured and a utility pole knocked down as a result.

Both the north and southbound lanes were shut down for over two hours while emergency crews worked at the scene. All lanes were reopened at about 3:46 p.m.

This information is presented as a way to help keep our community safer and is not meant to be taken as legal advice. However, the Oklahoma City car accident attorneys at the Abel Law Firm have helped clients secure financial compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses. If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident involving another vehicle, contact us today for a free consultation.