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Sledding Tragedy: Two Charged in Oklahoma City Accident

1/29/2026

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In Oklahoma City, two individuals face second-degree murder and aggravated DUI charges related to Makayla Mitchell.
Makayla Mitchell, 31, was sledding behind a car driven by Angel Walzier when the rope snapped.
Makayla Mitchell was struck by a vehicle driven by James Kirk.
Kirk also faces a child endangerment charge for a child in his vehicle.
Witness Devon Hackett described the incident as unintentional.

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Story summary

In Oklahoma City, two individuals face second-degree murder and aggravated DUI charges related to Makayla Mitchell.
Makayla Mitchell, 31, was sledding behind a car driven by Angel Walzier when the rope snapped.
Makayla Mitchell was struck by a vehicle driven by James Kirk.
Kirk also faces a child endangerment charge for a child in his vehicle.
Witness Devon Hackett described the incident as unintentional.