Texas

Jessica Ludwig, Ja’Liyah Stevenson Killed in Accident at US Hwy 281 in Hamilton County, TX

Published on: March 26, 2025

Date of Accident
March 9, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Jessica Ludwig, Ja'Liyah Stevenson
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

Authorities in Hamilton County, TX, are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred on March 9, 2025, at approximately 3:18 a.m. on US Highway 281. Authorities Mazda CX-5 is alleged to have failed to maintain a single lane while speeding and struck a highway sign before catching fire. The 21-year-old driver was uninjured but was charged with two counts of intoxication manslaughter. A 20-year-old front-seat passenger, Jessica Ludwig and a 20-year-old rear-seat passenger Ja'Liyah Stevenson, were both ejected and sustained fatal injuries. An additional 20-year-old passenger sustained suspected serious injuries. Alcohol use, speeding, and failure to stay in a lane were identified as contributing factors. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Hamilton County Police
Vehicles Involved
Mazda CX-5
Road/Highway
US Hwy 281
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Mazda CX-5 collided with a highway sign and caught fire

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