Tulsa, Oklahoma – One man has died after a vehicle crash inside a parking garage at a Tulsa apartment complex, an incident authorities believe was triggered by a sudden medical emergency. Emergency crews responded quickly, but the driver later succumbed to his condition at a local hospital.
Incident Overview
The fatal crash occurred at the University Club Apartments in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where a vehicle unexpectedly rolled forward inside the property’s parking garage and struck a fence. According to the Tulsa Police Department, initial findings indicate the driver may have experienced a medical episode moments before the collision.
Police said no other vehicles or individuals were involved, and there were no immediate signs of criminal activity connected to the incident.
Timeline of Events
Officers with the Tulsa Police Department received the initial call reporting the crash at approximately 12:15 p.m. on Friday. Witnesses at the apartment complex alerted authorities after noticing a vehicle had rolled forward and made contact with a barrier inside the garage.
Firefighters and emergency medical personnel arrived shortly after the call and began administering medical aid at the scene. Due to the driver’s condition, he was transported to a nearby hospital for further treatment.
Details From Police and First Responders
Investigators on scene quickly assessed the circumstances surrounding the crash. Based on vehicle position and witness accounts, authorities determined the incident was likely not the result of reckless driving or mechanical failure…