Tulsa, Oklahoma (September 13, 2025) — In the early morning hours of September 13, 2025, 39-year-old Wesston M. LeGrand of Collinsville was killed when his SUV collided with a semi-truck on U.S. Highway 169 near East 300 Road in Talala.
Incident Details: According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 2 a.m. Preliminary reports indicate that LeGrand’s SUV was traveling southbound when it collided with a northbound semi-truck. The impact caused catastrophic damage to the SUV, and LeGrand was pronounced dead at the scene despite immediate response from emergency crews.
The driver of the semi-truck suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities shut down both directions of U.S. 169 for several hours to allow investigators to document the crash scene and to remove the wreckage. Traffic was rerouted, and delays were reported in the surrounding area until the roadway reopened later that morning.
Investigation: The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation to determine what caused the vehicles to collide. Troopers are expected to review whether speed, lane position, or driver impairment contributed to the crash. In collisions involving commercial trucks, investigators often check the truck’s electronic logging device, which can provide crucial data about speed, braking, and driver hours leading up to the crash.
Authorities may also examine skid marks, roadway conditions, and vehicle debris to reconstruct the sequence of events. Witness statements and potential surveillance or dashcam footage from nearby vehicles could provide additional clarity. Toxicology reports for both drivers may also be part of the investigative process.
Legal Considerations: Crashes involving passenger vehicles and semi-trucks often raise complex legal and liability issues. Families who lose loved ones in such collisions may pursue wrongful death claims to cover funeral expenses, lost wages, and the devastating emotional toll of losing a family member. Trucking companies may also come under scrutiny if investigators find violations related to maintenance, driver fatigue, or cargo loading.
Because of the size and weight of semi-trucks, even low-speed impacts can lead to catastrophic results. This tragic case serves as a reminder of the dangers drivers face on highways where large commercial vehicles and passenger cars travel side by side. Safety experts emphasize maintaining safe distances, staying alert during nighttime travel, and exercising caution in areas where visibility is reduced.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Wesston M. LeGrand as they grieve this heartbreaking loss.
Source: News On 6