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Brothers, ages 5 and 10, killed following crash with suspected DUI driver that split car in half
By Mike Bell, Jordan Gartner at KGNS — Sitewide
· July 16, 2026
· 2 min read
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) - Two young brothers have lost their lives following a crash that authorities say was caused by a drunken driver. Omaha authorities said the collision happened on July 9 when a vehicle being driven by 28-year-old Tanner Hunt hit another car that was carrying the child...
Key takeaway Omaha authorities said the collision happened on July 9 when a vehicle being driven by 28-year-old Tanner Hunt hit another car that was carrying the children and two adults.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The tragic loss of two young brothers in Omaha serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drunk driving, a threat that is all too real in Laredo as well. As the community mourns the senseless deaths of these children, it's worth noting that similar incidents can occur anywhere, at any time. The fact that the suspected driver, Tanner Hunt, was out on bond for another DUI charge at the time of the crash raises questions about the effectiveness of the justice system in preventing repeat offenses. In Laredo, law enforcement and community leaders must continue to work together to prevent drunk driving and support victims' families. The $10 million bond set for Hunt reflects the severity of the crime, and it will be important to watch how the case unfolds, particularly in terms of the implementation of GPS monitoring and sobriety programming if Hunt is released on bond.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) - Two young brothers have lost their lives following a crash that authorities say was caused by a drunken driver. Omaha authorities said the collision happened on July 9 when a vehicle being driven by 28-year-old Tanner Hunt hit another car that was carrying the child...
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