Jason Kaminskas and Payton Kaminskas Killed in Guthrie I-35 Collision on November 16, 2025

On November 16, 2025, Jason Kaminskas, 40, and Payton Kaminskas, 23, both residents of Enid, Oklahoma, were fatally struck on northbound Interstate 35 near mile marker 165 in Guthrie. The victims had stopped their vehicle after colliding with a deer and exited the car to assess the damage. A semi-truck subsequently struck both men along with their disabled vehicle. A third vehicle also collided with the disabled car, contributing to the severity of the incident.

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported that both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the semi-truck was uninjured, while the driver of the third vehicle sustained injuries of undetermined severity. The circumstances highlight the hazards associated with roadway obstructions and stopped vehicles during nighttime hours. Investigations remain ongoing.