Paul Simmons and Connie Johnson killed in Wagoner County crash
Paul Simmons and Connie Johnson died after their car hit a semi truck on U.S. 69 in a Wagoner County crash on Thursday, according to state troopers.
Paul Simmons and Connie Johnson died Thursday in a Wagoner County vehicle collision, according to state troopers. Their car lost control on a wet road before crossing the center median.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol released an official collision report regarding the incident. Simmons, 63, of Springfield, Missouri, drove a BMW on U.S. Highway 69 near East 690 Road. The vehicle went out of control before 1 p.m.
The car crossed the median and hit a semi truck. Simmons died from the impact. Johnson, 77, also of Springfield, was a passenger and died in the wreck.
Another passenger in the BMW suffered injuries during the collision. The driver of the semi truck was not injured. The incident took place on a highway section in Wagoner County.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol investigates serious and fatal motor vehicle collisions across state highways. Troopers compile detailed reports regarding road conditions and vehicle movements. These collision reports document the circumstances for official records.
No further injuries were reported. Troopers handled the scene on U.S. Highway 69.
