Washita County, OK – Kylee Dudgeon Flown to OU Medical Center after Two-Vehicle Truck Wreck on OK-44 near County Rd 1130

Washita County, OK (January 8, 2023) – An 18-year-old was left with severe injuries following a traffic accident that took place near Burns Flat on Tuesday afternoon. On January 4, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol responded to the scene of a crash on Oklahoma Highway 44.

According to law enforcement, a 2013 Mack truck, which was driven by 55-year-old Mark Bookout, failed to stop at the intersection of County Road 1130 and Oklahoma Highway 44. As a result, the vehicle struck a 2000 Ford Fusion, which was driven by 18-year-old Kaylee Dudgeon.

Dudgeon was severely hurt as a result of the crash. She was airlifted from the scene and flown to Oklahoma University Medical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where she was admitted in fair condition.

Bookout was also injured in the accident.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

We hope Mark Bookout and Kaylene Dudgeon recover quickly following this accident.

Truck Wrecks in Oklahoma

Being involved in a truck crash can change your life forever. Unfortunately, truck crashes are the cause of thousands of accidents each year.

When victims are involved in truck accidents, they often have to go through significant medical treatment, which can be immediate and long-term. We see many truck crash victims left with life-changing injuries, such as:

• Traumatic brain injuries that result in memory and balance issues.
• Spinal cord injuries that result in paraplegia or quadriplegia.
• Internal organ injuries that require emergency surgery.
• Broken bones that can lead to the loss of my limbs.

Serious injuries can have a devastating impact on your life. Victims often have to go through months of treatment, such as therapy and rehab. In addition, they often require medications and some medical devices. These all come at a significant cost.

If you were harmed in a truck crash due to another driver’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit for damages against the responsible driver. An Oklahoma truck accident lawyer can help you navigate the complex legal process and fight for fair compensation.

At Goudarzi & Young, we understand how difficult it is when you are dealing with the impacts of a serious truck accident. Our skilled personal injury attorneys will fight on your behalf and ensure that your rights and interests are protected while you focus on getting the medical care you need for your injuries. We want to be there to help throughout every stage of the legal process so that justice can be served. Contact our Oklahoma truck accident lawyers right away by calling 800-256-5169 to schedule a free consultation today.

Notes: Our team of dedicated writers created this post through the use of secondary sources; therefore, we have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this truck accident. If you locate incorrect information, please contact Goudarzi & Young, L.L.P. so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. This post will be removed if requested. 

Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. If you are injured in an accident, seek medical attention immediately, then speak to a lawyer as soon as possible. The photograph used in this post is not representative of this accident. This post is not a solicitation for business.