Bobby Coley Fatally Injured in Wapanucka Rollover Crash
On July 16, 2025, a single-vehicle rollover crash on OK-7 near Wapanucka, Oklahoma, claimed the life of Bobby Coley, a 72-year-old passenger. The incident occurred at approximately 8 p.m. when the driver, 55-year-old Christi Burnham, reportedly fell asleep at the wheel, causing the vehicle to veer off the roadway and overturn. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, where Coley was pronounced deceased. Burnham sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has initiated an investigation to determine the precise circumstances surrounding the crash.Rollover accidents, such as this one, underscore the inherent risks associated with vehicle instability, particularly in top-heavy models. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that over 10,000 fatalities occur annually in the United States due to rollover crashes, with unrestrained occupants facing heightened vulnerability. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of driver fatigue and the critical need for road safety awareness.