Jeffrey Jones Killed in Ambulance Crash While on Duty in Oakwood, Oklahoma on September 11, 2025

On September 11, 2025, 55-year-old paramedic Jeffrey Jones died in the line of duty during a fatal crash in Dewey County, Oklahoma. The incident occurred while Jones was operating an ambulance to transfer a patient to Oklahoma City. The crash claimed his life and has prompted mourning across the state’s emergency medical services community.

Jones served more than 28 years in EMS, including 15 years with McClain-Grady County EMS and the past three years with Woodward County EMS. He was described by colleagues as a skilled and compassionate paramedic, a mentor, and a deeply respected figure in Oklahoma’s EMS network. Tributes from multiple agencies emphasized his unwavering dedication, ability to uplift those around him, and the enduring impact he had on patients and colleagues alike.