A truck slammed into a line of cars waiting at a red light, and Lt. Brian Bizzell was trapped in the middle of it all The crash happened at 116th Street North and Garnett in Owasso, turning into a chain reaction that set multiple vehicles on fire. Bizzell, a Tulsa firefighter with nearly 28 years of service, was inside one of the cars and didn’t survive. Police shut down the intersection and began collecting dash cam footage to understand what went wrong. The Tulsa Fire Department confirmed his death the next day, describing him as a steady, compassionate leader. Deepest condolences to his family and fellow firefighters.

A devastating multi-vehicle crash in Owasso has claimed the life of Lt. Brian Bizzell, a highly respected member of the Tulsa Fire Department with nearly 28 years of service. The collision occurred at the busy intersection of 116th Street North and Garnett Road, where a truck barreled into a line of vehicles stopped at a red light.

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The impact triggered a chain reaction, crushing several cars and sparking a fire that engulfed multiple vehicles.Lt. Bizzell was tragically caught in the middle of the collision. Despite rapid response from emergency crews, he did not survive. Police immediately closed the intersection, beginning a thorough investigation into what caused the crash.

Dash cam and surveillance footage from nearby businesses are now being reviewed to piece together the sequence of events.The Tulsa Fire Department confirmed Bizzell’s death the following day, issuing a heartfelt statement that described him as a steady, compassionate leader whose dedication to service and mentorship shaped countless careers.

Colleagues remember him as someone who not only ran toward danger to protect others, but also guided younger firefighters with patience, wisdom, and humility.Bizzell’s sudden passing has left his family, fellow firefighters, and the broader Tulsa community in mourning. Tributes have poured in from across Oklahoma, with many recalling his unwavering professionalism and his ability to bring calm during moments of chaos.

As investigators continue to work toward answers, residents are rallying around Bizzell’s family and his firehouse brothers and sisters. Vigils and memorials are being planned to honor his life and sacrifice.Though his life was cut short in tragedy, Lt. Brian Bizzell’s legacy will live on in the lives he saved, the people he inspired, and the enduring spirit of service that defined his nearly three decades in uniform.