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Watch: Brothers discover man rode for miles in truck bed in Oklahoma
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Lauren Henry , KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
The man apparently napped during a 12-mile ride in a stranger's pickup truck.
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Key takeaway Viewers can watch the story on KTSM 9 News to learn more about the man's unexpected ride in the pickup truck.
A unusual incident occurred in Oklahoma, as reported by KTSM 9 News. Brothers discovered a man who had been riding in the bed of a pickup truck for miles. The man apparently fell asleep during the ride.
The truck had traveled a distance of 12 miles with the man in the bed. Further details about the incident are available from the source, KTSM 9 News.
Viewers can watch the story on KTSM 9 News to learn more about the man's unexpected ride in the pickup truck. The news source has more information on this unusual event.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While this incident occurred in Oklahoma, it raises questions about road safety in the El Paso area. With the city's extensive network of highways and roads, similar situations could potentially happen here. The fact that the man in the story fell asleep in the truck bed and traveled 12 miles without being noticed is alarming. It highlights the need for local drivers to be aware of their surroundings and the potential for unexpected passengers or objects in their vehicles. El Paso residents who frequently drive on highways like I-10 or US-54 should be mindful of the risks associated with transporting people or objects in pickup truck beds. This incident serves as a cautionary tale for local drivers to exercise extra caution and attention when driving, especially when carrying passengers or cargo in unconventional ways.
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Category: local Published: July 23, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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