Multiple Teenagers Killed, Conner Tackett Injured in Speeding Collision near U.S. Highway 82

ARCHER COUNTY, TX (October 24, 2023) – Early Monday morning, Haegen Williams, Colby Cargal and Sydnee Trambell died in a speeding crash.

Police responded to the scene around 2:30 a.m., near U.S. Highway 82 on October 9th.

Officers say Conner James Tackett was driving a 2018 Chevrolet Camero north on Highway 277 at dangerous speeds. Tackett then failed to handle a sharp turn and went into a side skid.

The car then collided with a culvert, leading it to roll over and burst into flames. Medics arrived and pronounced 16-year-old Williams, 16-year-old Cargal and 15-year-old Trambell dead at the scene.

Meanwhile, paramedics took the driver to a nearby hospital for further treatment.

Investigators say all occupants were not wearing their seat belts at the time. However, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway.

Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Haegen Williams, Colby Cargal and Sydnee Trambell. Our thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.

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