The Catoosa community is mourning the tragic and sudden loss of Russell Troy Lathrup II, 24, who died in a high-speed motorcycle crash Thursday night at a local intersection.
According to the Catoosa Police Department, Lathrup was traveling northbound on 193rd East Avenue at an estimated speed exceeding 100 miles per hour when he entered an intersection against a red light. His motorcycle collided with an SUV that was traveling eastbound on a green light, resulting in a devastating impact.
Investigators reported that the motorcycle appeared to have been laid down just before the collision. An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper arrived shortly after the crash and immediately began resuscitation efforts. Despite those attempts, Lathrup was pronounced dead at 10:29 p.m.
Further details released by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol indicate that Lathrup had been traveling westbound on U.S. Highway 412 at speeds exceeding 120 miles per hour prior to the crash. Troopers attempted to initiate a traffic stop, during which he briefly slowed and signaled near the exit ramp at 193rd East Avenue before accelerating away. Officials confirmed that the trooper discontinued the pursuit before the crash, which occurred moments later at the intersection.
Authorities also noted that Lathrup was operating an unregistered 1988 Honda Hurricane motorcycle without a displayed license plate. He was wearing a helmet and protective gear at the time of the incident.
The driver of the SUV sustained non-life-threatening injuries related to airbag deployment and was transported to a Tulsa-area hospital as a precaution.
As the investigation continues, family, friends, and the Catoosa community are left mourning a life lost far too soon, grappling with the sudden and tragic circumstances of the crash.
Disclaimer: This obituary is based on preliminary reports and official statements available at the time of publication. Details may be updated as further information emerges.
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