Calvin Gaston : 79-Year-Old Driver Killed in Mangum Crash

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A 79-year-old driver, identified as Calvin Gaston, died in a single-vehicle crash near Mangum, Oklahoma. The incident occurred when the driver failed to negotiate a curve, overcorrected, and rolled the vehicle three times, resulting in Gaston being ejected from the car. He was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 75-year-old woman who was also in the vehicle was airlifted to OU Health Center in critical condition. For more top headlines and news updates, watch the video above. Stay informed with the latest news from KOCO Five, your trusted source for breaking news and updates in Oklahoma.

Tragic Accident Claims Life of 79-Year-Old Driver near Mangum, Oklahoma

On a fateful Sunday afternoon, tragedy struck in southwest Oklahoma as a single-vehicle collision resulted in the loss of a life. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. on US-283 at North 1960 Road, just two miles east of the town of Mangum. A Ford Ranger carrying two passengers was heading northbound when the driver, identified as 79-year-old Calvin Gaston from Wyandotte, lost control while navigating a curve.

The vehicle rolled over three times, and unfortunately, Gaston was ejected from the car and pronounced dead at the scene. The passenger, a 75-year-old woman, sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to OU Health Center in Oklahoma City for medical treatment.

Details of the Tragic Accident

According to the crash report filed by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the Ford Ranger failed to negotiate the curve on US-283, prompting Gaston to overcorrect the steering, leading to the vehicle’s rollover. The violent nature of the crash resulted in Gaston being ejected from the vehicle, ultimately leading to his untimely demise.

Response and Investigation

Emergency responders and law enforcement officials swiftly arrived at the scene to assess the situation and provide aid to the injured passenger. The investigation into the factors that contributed to the accident is ongoing, with authorities working diligently to determine the sequence of events that led to the tragic outcome.

Community Impact

The news of this accident has sent shockwaves through the close-knit community of Mangum and its surrounding areas. The loss of a life under such circumstances serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and vigilance while behind the wheel.

As the investigation continues and more details emerge, the community mourns the loss of Calvin Gaston and sends thoughts of healing and recovery to the injured passenger and their loved ones.