Vikings rookie CB Khyree Jackson, 24, among three killed in car crash

Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson and two others have been killed in a automobile crash Saturday morning in Prince George’s County, Maryland, in accordance with Maryland State Police. Jackson was 24 years previous.

Jackson, who was the entrance passenger in a Dodge Charger that was a part of a three-car collision in Higher Marlboro, was pronounced useless on the scene by emergency medical personnel, in accordance with the MSP information launch. Isaiah Hazel, 23, and Anthony Lytton Jr., 24, have been additionally killed within the crash. The three have been highschool soccer teammates at Dr. Henry A. Clever Jr. Excessive in Maryland.

“We’re devastated by the information of Khyree Jackson’s loss of life following an in a single day automobile accident,” the Vikings stated in an announcement. “Whereas we work to collect extra data, we now have spoken to Khyree’s household and supplied the assist of the Minnesota Vikings. We now have additionally communicated the information to Vikings gamers, coaches and workers and have supplied counseling for individuals who want emotional assist. Our ideas are with Khyree’s household, buddies, teammates and coaches, in addition to all of the victims of this tragic accident.”

All three of the deceased have been travelling within the Charger, which was struck by a silver Infiniti headed northbound on Route 4/Pennsylvania Avenue, in accordance with police. The preliminary investigation signifies that the Infiniti, pushed by Cori Clingman, struck the Charger first and after which a Chevrolet Impala after trying to alter lanes at a excessive price of pace. The Charger then traveled off the facet of the highway and struck a number of tree stumps earlier than coming to relaxation, in accordance with the discharge.

Hazel, who was driving the Charger, was additionally pronounced deceased on the scene, in accordance with police. Lytton Jr., who was seated within the rear, was transported to the College of Maryland Capital Area Medical Middle the place he was later pronounced useless by hospital personnel.

Investigators imagine alcohol could have been a contributing circumstance within the deadly crash, which stays below investigation.

“The NFL household is deeply saddened and devastated by the passing of Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson.” the league stated in an announcement. “Our ideas and condolences are together with his household, family members and everyone concerned on this tragic accident.”

Jackson was chosen by the Vikings within the fourth spherical of the 2024 NFL Draft. He spent two years on the College of Alabama earlier than enjoying his ultimate collegiate season on the College of Oregon in 2023.

Jackson confirmed NFL promise throughout his senior season at Oregon. In 12 video games, he accrued three interceptions, seven go break-ups, two sacks and 34 whole tackles, resulting in an All-Pac-12 first-team choice.

“I’m completely crushed by this information. Khyree introduced a contagious vitality to our facility and our staff,” head coach Kevin O’Connell stated in an announcement. “His confidence and fascinating character instantly drew his teammates to him. In our brief time collectively, it was evident Khyree was going to turn into an amazing skilled soccer participant, however what was extra spectacular was his want to turn out to be the very best particular person he might be for his household and people round him. I’m confused. My coronary heart goes out to Khyree’s household, buddies, teammates and coaches.”