Minnesota Vikings Rookie Khyree Jackson Among Three Killed in Devastating Maryland Car Crash

A tragic fact occurred when a rookie cornerback from the Minnesota Vikings called Khyree Jackson lost his life in a grisly road accident at Prince George’s County, Maryland on early Saturday morning. Jackson was only 24 years old and among the three victims who died during a dreadful three car pile car crash. During the collision, Maryland State Police asserted that, their lives were lost.

Vikings Mourn the Loss of a Rising Star

The Minnesota Vikings, saddened by the early demise of one of their own, were made to express deep sadness. “The loss of Khyree has broken my heart,” stated Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the Vikings General Manager. He had explained that Khyree had been defined by his dreams both in his personal life and in his career during our interactions with him before the draft day. He really had a lot of strength to live through tough moments. If he was striving to be better-educated himself, this was not only about him but also for others who “mattered” a lot to him.

Jackson, who played two stellar seasons at Alabama before concluding his college career at Oregon. Which was well on his way to securing a starting position at the Vikings’ upcoming training camp. His college coach, Dan Lanning of Oregon, paid tribute to him on social media: “I will miss your smile. Great player, better person.”

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A Devastating Accident

On Saturday, Maryland State Police released information that they are looking into the accident during which Jackson, Anthony Lytton Jr. and Isaiah Hazel died.

The students were Hazel, Jackson and Lytton from the Dr. Henry A. Wise, Jr., High School of Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

As per the media release given out by the Maryland State Police, these three people were the occupants of the maroon Dodge Charger. Hazel was in the driving seat, Jackson was riding in the front passenger’s seat and Lytton was sitting on the back seat of the vehicle.

In fact, the statement declared that the troopers received a call about a crash at 3 a.m. Saturday, and found that there were three cars involved. According to initial inquiries, the Charger was hit by the silver Infinity Q50 and went off track. The Infinity Q50 then went on to hit a silver Chevrolet Impala.

Khyree Jackson
Rest In Peace: Khyree Jackson, Image Source: OPB

Heartfelt Condolences from the Vikings Community

The Minnesota Vikings are mourning one of their players who had a great future ahead of him. Khyree Jackson’s journey has been characterized by persistence and strength; it ended suddenly only to leave behind something that would always be remembered for all who were privileged to know him.

In Remembrance

The unexpected departure of Khyree Jackson, Isaiah Hazel, and Anthony Lytton Jr., has evoked inconsolable reverence from fans, fellow players and coaches alike. NavigatorJackson’s, Hazel’s and Lytton’s unanticipated exit has left fans, teammates, and coaches devastated.