Terry Willis dies in pedestrian crash on Hubbard Road

Man exits Ram truck and trailer when Toyota Sequoia strikes him near Union Street

February 27, 2026 | Ponca City, OK

A 66-year-old man from Morrison lost his life in a pedestrian accident on westbound Hubbard Road near Ponca City in Kay County.

Terry Wayne Willis, 66, died after being struck by a Toyota Sequoia on Hubbard Road near Union Street near Ponca City in Kay County.

What Happened in the Crash?

According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the incident unfolded at approximately 5:33 p.m. when Terry Wayne Willis exited a Ram truck attached to a 40-foot flatbed trailer. Moments later, he was struck by a Toyota Sequoia operated by a 16-year-old driver. The collision occurred just east of Union Street.

• Victim: Terry Wayne Willis, 66, of Morrison
• Date and Time: Feb. 27, around 5:33 p.m.
• Location: Westbound Hubbard Road, east of Union Street, near Ponca City, Oklahoma
• Vehicles Involved: Ram truck with 40-foot flatbed trailer, and Toyota Sequoia
• Driver: 16-year-old operating the Toyota Sequoia
• Outcome: Willis was pronounced dead at the scene

Why Do Pedestrian Accidents Like This Occur?

Pedestrian fatalities have surged across the United States, outpacing other traffic deaths. Data from the Governors Highway Safety Association indicates an estimated 6,590 pedestrian deaths in 2019, the highest in over three decades. Factors such as road conditions, visibility of signage, and lighting play critical roles in these tragedies.

Legal Insights on Pedestrian Crashes

National legal analysts emphasize the importance of thorough investigations in pedestrian incidents to establish negligence and support families seeking justice.

“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a pedestrian accident case and prove negligence,” said Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal. “Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must be thoroughly examined. These procedures are necessary for helping those who have lost a loved one receive the justice that they deserve.”

Key takeaways from such cases include:

• Drivers must yield to pedestrians as a primary duty.
• Families may pursue claims for loss of income, companionship, pain and suffering, funeral costs, and emotional distress.
• An attorney can guide families through the process, protecting their rights against insurance pressures for low settlements.

“It is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal and a national analyst for Newsline. “Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident.”

For compassionate support and fair compensation, consulting legal professionals is advisable in the wake of such incidents.

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