Driver Arrested In Tulsa Crash That Killed Pedestrian, Injured Another

A Tulsa crash at 71st and Yale killed one pedestrian and critically injured another on Tuesday. The driver has been arrested and is accused of negligent homicide after police said he ran a red light.

Wednesday, September 18th 2024, 12:33 pm

By: News On 6

A crash at the intersection of 71st Street and Yale Avenue in Tulsa on Tuesday afternoon left one pedestrian dead and another critically injured after a vehicle ran a red light, authorities say.

The incident occurred around 1:25 p.m. when a white Honda Accord, driven by 28-year-old Nicholas Stewart, was traveling westbound on 71st Street and ran a red light, according to the Tulsa police. Simultaneously, a maroon Kia Optima entered the intersection on a green light and struck the Honda on the passenger side.

The impact caused the Honda to spin out of control and cross over the center median.

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Two pedestrians, who were standing in the median asking for donations, were struck by the Honda. One pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other was taken to a hospital in critical condition.

Stewart was arrested and is accused of negligent homicide. He was booked into the Tulsa County Jail. Stewart is a tribal member meaning his case will fall under federal or tribal jurisdiction under the McGirt ruling.