Butler Man Killed in Tractor Accident North of Butler

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Custer County, OK – An 82-year-old Butler man died Wednesday evening after being run over by a trailer attached to a tractor in rural Custer County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

The incident happened around 5:39 p.m. at the intersection of 2140 Road and 850 Road, approximately 10 miles north of Butler.

According to the OHP report, Curtis D. Walker had exited the tractor when he realized the vehicle was still in drive. Troopers said Walker attempted to jump back into the cab, but fell on the step of the tractor. The attached trailer then ran over him.

Walker was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to the report.

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said next of kin had been notified. No other injuries were reported.

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