Carrie Underwood’s Childhood Friend Dies After Accident

The injured Oklahoma police officer who received a $10,000 donation from Carrie Underwood has passed away.

According to a Facebook post from Checotah Police Department, Assistant Police Chief Justin Durrett died from injuries sustained after a rollover car crash on February 11.

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“On Monday February 26th Asst. Chief Durrett succumbed to his injuries after a courageous battle,” the post reads. “Asst. Police Chief Justin Durrett is a 13-year veteran of the Checotah Police Department and is a loving father of two children and a loving son. Please keep Justin’s family, friends and Blue Line family in your thoughts and prayers.”

Carrie, who went to church with Officer Durrett when they were children, donated to her friend’s GoFundMe page, which was organized to raise money to cover his medical costs.

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She has yet to comment on Officer Durrett’s death.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later time.