Tulsa Demolition Derby Crash Injures Spectators at Starbird Car Show

Tulsa demolition derby crash sends car into crowd

The Tulsa demolition derby crash happened Saturday night during the Darryl Starbird Rod and Custom Car Show, when a vehicle participating in the event drove through a safety barrier and into a group of spectators.

The incident occurred around 9:00 p.m., shortly after the demolition derby began. Video from the arena shows a car rounding a corner before pushing through a nearby barrier and striking people gathered along the edge of the viewing area.

Witness footage appears to show the vehicle crossing into the spectator zone in a matter of seconds.

Authorities still assessing Tulsa demolition derby crash injuries

Officials have not confirmed how many people were hurt in the Tulsa demolition derby crash, and the conditions of those injured remain unclear.

The Tulsa Police Department and Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office were contacted for details, but both agencies initially referred questions back and forth as they worked to gather verified information.

Tulsa police later indicated a system issue temporarily limited access to incident details.

Investigation underway after Tulsa demolition derby crash

Authorities say they are continuing to assess the situation following the Tulsa demolition derby crash, with additional updates expected once injury counts and medical conditions are confirmed.

Event safety and barrier placement are likely to be part of the review process as officials work to determine exactly how the crash occurred and whether any changes may be needed moving forward.

Organizers and law enforcement say updates will be released once verified information becomes available.

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