Chad Klingler Killed in Healdton, Oklahoma Pedestrian Accident — January 3, 2026 Incident

Chad Klingler, 25, of Healdton, Oklahoma, died following a pedestrian collision near the intersection of South 5th and Gulf streets in the early hours of January 3, 2026. He was transported to Healdton Mercy Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Authorities report that Dakota Morin, 18, a resident of Fort Stockton, was operating the vehicle involved in the incident. Morin was arrested on charges including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and leaving the scene of an accident. Investigators are continuing to review circumstances surrounding the crash, including the sequence of events that led to Klingler’s death.