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Okla. deputy dies from injuries sustained in crash

Deputy Sean Cookson was injured in a crash while on his way to training on Feb. 22

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Sean Cookson and wife Cassandra

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By Police1 Staff

TULSA, Okla. — A deputy who was involved in a wreck died from his injuries Monday.

Deputy Sean Cookson, 23, was injured in a crash with his wife while on his way to mandatory training Feb. 22, NewsOn6 reported.

Investigators said Cookson’s wife, Cassandra, was driving in foggy weather when their vehicle rear-ended a car waiting to make a left turn. Then, their truck collided head-on with another vehicle.

Cookson suffered breaks in his leg, arm, back and pelvis, according to his GoFundMe page. Cassandra was released after receiving treatment for a broken knee cap and arm, and a gash to her eye.

Cookson suffered complications after his heart stopped during surgery. He died Monday night from his injuries, NewsOn6 reported.

A procession of officers escorted Cookson’s body to the state Medical Examiner from the hospital.

Cookson recently completed a Peace Officer certification course. He began working as a deputy Feb. 9, according to KJRH.

A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the family.