Wyoming

Two Teens Killed in Accident at US 85 near Hawk Springs, WY

Published on: November 30, 2021

Date of Accident
November 17, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 85, Hawk Springs, WY, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a collision that killed a person at US 85 near Hawk Springs, WY on November 17th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 10 p.m. A Ford Taurus was reportedly stopped on US 85 waiting ti turn left onto the highway. An approaching tractor-trailer is said to have attempted to pass by the Ford on the shoulder when the Ford, which had previously had a left turn signal active, turned right. The vehicles collided and the driver of the Ford, identified as 18-year-old Korey Bowers, was seriously injured. Bowers was taken to an area hospital and later died from injuries from the crash. A 19-year-old passenger, who was allegedly not wearing a seatbelt, died at the scene. The driver of the truck and a passenger were not injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Wyoming Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer, Ford Taurus
Road/Highway
US 85
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer attempted to pass another vehicle and collided with the vehicle on the shoulder

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