Speeding driver charged after crash splits car in half, killing two young brothers in Omaha

A 28-year-old Omaha man, Tanner Hunt, now faces upgraded charges after a high-speed crash killed two brothers ages 10 and 5, according to prosecutors. The children were riding with their father when their vehicle was struck, and the impact was so severe it tore the car in two, reported 1011now.com.

1011now.comTwo boys killed in West Omaha crash; driver allegedly speeding, car split in half

"the impact was so severe it split the victims' car in half."

The crash occurred at the intersection of 114th Street and West Center Road, where a memorial has since grown. KETV reported that Hunt's charges were upgraded as the investigation continued, though specific new charges have not been detailed.

The father of the two boys survived the collision but was injured. Prosecutors allege Hunt was driving at a high rate of speed at the time of the crash, a factor that contributed to the fatal outcome.

"Prosecutors say a 28-year-old Omaha man will face upgraded charges after a crash killed a 10-year-old boy and a 5-year-old boy."

As the legal case progresses, the community has left flowers, notes, and other tributes at the crash site. The tragedy has drawn attention to speeding in residential areas, though no additional context about the driver's history or the exact speed has been released by either outlet.