Earnest Harrell and Suhaib Hassan Involved in Fatal Crash on I-40 Near Seminole

On February 6, at approximately 2 a.m., a tragic accident occurred on Interstate 40 near Seminole, claiming the life of Earnest Harrell, a 63-year-old truck driver from Edmond, Oklahoma.

Harrell was traveling his weekly route to Hugo when 19-year-old Jase Wilson of Shawnee, driving the wrong way on the interstate, collided with a semi-truck operated by 63-year-old Suhaib Hassan of Harris, Texas, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

Harrell’s vehicle subsequently struck Hassan’s semi-truck, resulting in Harrell’s death at the scene, while Hassan sustained critical injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital.

Wilson was arrested on manslaughter complaints through the Seminole Nation, with authorities anticipating additional charges as the investigation progresses.

We are sad to learn of this tragic accident and extend our heartfelt condolences to everyone affected, wishing each person healing, comfort, and a swift return to normal life.