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Maryland State Police investigate fatal accident in Prince George’s County

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UPPER MARLBORO — Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal crash in Prince George’s County that killed three people Saturday, including Minnesota Vikings rookie defensive back Khyree Jackson.

According to authorities, it happened just after 3 a.m. when Forestville Barracks officers were called to a crash on Route 4 northbound at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Presidential Parkway.

When authorities arrived, they found that three cars were involved in the crash: a silver Infinity Q50, a silver Chevrolet Impala, and a maroon Dodge Charger.

A preliminary investigation indicates that the driver of the silver Infiniti, later identified as Cori Clingman, was traveling northbound on Route 4/Pennsylvania Avenue and attempted to change lanes at a high rate of speed, striking first the Dodge Charger and then the Chevrolet Impala.

According to police, the accident caused the Charger to veer off the right side of the road, hit several tree stumps and eventually come to a stop.

The report further states that three victims, now identified as 23-year-old Isaiah Hazel, 24-year-old Khyree Jackson and 24-year-old Anthony Lytton Jr., were passengers of a maroon Dodge Charger. Hazel was the driver. Jackson was the passenger and Lytton was in the back seat of the vehicle.

Hazel and Jackson were pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical services. Lytton was taken to the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center, where hospital staff later pronounced him dead.

At the time of the accident, two other passengers were in Clingman’s Infinity. No one in their vehicle was injured.

According to police, the driver of the Chevrolet Impala was also uninjured in the accident.

Investigators believe that alcohol may have been a cause of the accident.

The Minnesota Vikings organization confirmed Jackson’s identity and released a statement about X.

“The loss of Khyree breaks my heart. When we got to know him leading up to the draft, it was clear what goals Khyree wanted to achieve both professionally and personally. His story was one of resilience. He took steps to become the best version of himself, not only for himself, but for those who cared about him and looked up to him. Khyree’s personality captured every room he was in.”

Vikings Managing Director, Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

Authorities say charges will be filed pending the completion of the investigation and consultations with the Prince George’s County District Attorney’s Office. The Maryland State Police Crash Team is leading the investigation.

It is with a heavy heart that I extend my deepest condolences to the families, friends and community members affected by the tragic car accident that claimed the lives of Khyree Jackson, Isaiah Hazel and Anthony Lytton Jr. This devastating incident has brought great sadness to our community as we remember these young men who were beloved graduates of Wise High School.

We join the Minnesota Vikings and the entire sports community in mourning the loss of Khyree Jackson, whose promising career and vibrant spirit touched many lives. Our thoughts are also with the Hazel and Lytton families as they navigate this incredibly difficult time. No words can adequately express the pain and loss you are experiencing, but please know that Prince George’s County stands with you.

In moments of tragedy, it is important to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to public safety. Prince George’s County Council places the safety and well-being of all of our residents at the highest priority. We work closely with law enforcement, community leaders and citizens to make our streets safer.

As the Maryland State Police continues their investigation, we want to honor the memories of Khyree, Isaiah and Anthony by committing to safer behavior on the road and supporting one another.

Jolene Ivey, Chair of the Prince George’s County Council

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