Woman In Mobility Scooter Hit, Killed By Car In What Police Call A Tragic Accident

A woman is dead after Tulsa Police said a driver hit her while she was crossing the street in her wheelchair.

Wednesday, September 29th 2021, 10:08 pm



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A woman is dead after Tulsa Police said a driver hit her while she was crossing the street in her mobility scooter.

Tulsa Police said the driver had a green light. Police said they do not expect any charges to be filed, calling this a tragic accident.

Police said around 7 p.m. Wednesday, an older couple on mobility scooters were crossing 46th Street North near Peoria when the woman was hit by a car.

The woman was taken to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Her husband was behind her and taken to the hospital.

The driver told officers on scene he had a green light and didn't see the couple.

Officers said the man is expected to survive.

This is a developing story. News On 6 has a crew on the scene to bring you the latest updates.


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