A woman, suspected to be familiar with former Oregon defensive back Khyree Jackson, faces allegations connected to a crash that resulted in the deaths of the Minnesota Vikings cornerback and two of his companions. Maryland authorities report that on Friday night, Cori Clingman was operating an Infinity Q5 along Route 4 Pennsylvania Avenue when her vehicle collided with a Dodge Charger carrying Jackson.
The car, driven by Jackson’s former high school teammate, Isaiah Hazel, veered off the road and struck multiple tree stumps before coming to a halt, as detailed by Oregonlive.com. Jackson, Hazel, and another passenger, Anthony Lytton Jr., who was in the back seat, were involved; Jackson and Hazel died at the scene, and Lytton later at the hospital.
Clingman, who was also involved in a subsequent collision with a Chevrolet Impala, emerged unscured, as did her passengers and the driver of the Impala. Police are investigating alcohol as a contributing factor and suspect that Clingman was attempting to change lanes at a high rate of speed at the time of the incident.
Following Jackson’s drafting by the Vikings in April, Clingman’s social media activities, particularly a tweet, have drawn public attention on social media platforms.
Cori Clingman, the girl who could have caused the crash that led to the death of Khyree Jackson, reposted his tweet when he was drafted? Weird coincidence or did they know each other.
(WE DO NOT KNOW 100% IF SHE WAS DRUNK OR CAUSED THE CRASH EVERYTHING IS ALLEGED) pic.twitter.com/Shr6ZAfMa0
— Colin (@PackersPlaybook) July 6, 2024
The individual who shared the screenshot cautioned that the authenticity of the account being Clingman’s has not been verified. As of Saturday, charges were reportedly forthcoming.
Tributes Pour in for Khyree Jackson The football community is mourning today as tributes flood in for Khyree Jackson. His former college coach, Dan Lanning, expressed his sorrow on social media, and the school also posted a tribute.
RIP Khyree… Love you @Real_Khyree at a loss for words. I will miss your smile. Great player better person.
— Dan Lanning (@CoachDanLanning) July 6, 2024
We mourn the loss of Khyree Jackson and all of those lost in this tragic accident. We are thinking of Khyree’s family, friends, and teammates during this difficult time, and he will forever be in our hearts. Rest in peace, Khyree. pic.twitter.com/QZXTSLBHSj
— Oregon Football (@oregonfootball) July 6, 2024
The Minnesota Vikings have publicly expressed their deep sorrow following the passing of Khyree Jackson, who died in a car accident overnight. The football team shared their condolences on social media, stating, “We are devastated by the news of Khyree Jackson’s death.
Our thoughts are with Khyree’s family, friends, teammates, and coaches, as well as all the victims of this tragic accident.” In related news, a former first-round wide receiver is reportedly set to take on a completely new position with the Vikings.
