4 Buffalo Teens Killed In Horrific Rollover Crash Have Been Identified

The four Buffalo teenagers who tragically lost their lives in a fatal crash at the Route 33 and Route 198 split have been identified. The deadly crash took place on Monday, October 24, 2022, just before 7 am. There was a total of six teens involved in the rollover accident. In addition to the four who were killed, two others were injured.

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On Tuesday, October 25, Buffalo Police shared the names of the deceased:

Marcus Webster, age 19, Swazine Swindle, age 17, Kevin Payne, age 16, and Ahjanae Harper, age 14, were all killed in the crash.

The two injured passengers include a 14-year-old girl, who is being treated at Erie County Medical Center, and the 16-year-old driver, who was treated and released. Police believe that speed and the occupants not wearing seatbelts contributed to the severity of the crash. The vehicle, a Kia, had been reported stolen in Buffalo. Investigators are looking into whether the incident had anything to do with the "Kia Challenge" from TikTok.

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The driver has been charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle and criminal possession of stolen property, according to WIVB. The driver is due to return to court on November 15.

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My prayers go out to all of the victims in both crashes.

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