Adarius Hayes, a University of Miami linebacker, was involved in a fatal crash that killed a 10-year-old and 4-year-old in Hayes’ hometown of Largo, Florida.
The crash occurred at 1:45 p.m. on Saturday when it appears a Dodge Durango collided with a Kia Soul while the Soul was making a left turn, according to the Largo Police Department. A police spokeswoman confirmed to NBC News that Hayes was involved in the crash.
Two children — 10-year-old Jabari Elijah Solomon and 4-year-old Charlie Herbert Solomon Riveria — were killed in the crash.
Police said several others were taken to the hospital with “serious” injuries. It does not appear that alcohol was a factor in the crash, according to police.
“This is an ongoing and active investigation, and no further information is available for release at this time,” police said.
Hayes was also injured in the accident, NBC South Florida reported Sunday.
Representatives for the University of Miami’s athletics department did not immediately respond to an inquiry about Hayes’ condition. The University of Miami’s spring semester ended on Wednesday following the last day of final exams.
Hayes played in 12 games for the university as a freshman last year and was described as a “key factor” on special teams on his team profile page. He had four tackles and one interception in first season as a freshman on the team.
According to his profile, he saw time on the field in the Pop-Tarts Bowl in September. The University of Miami lost by one point against Iowa State in a 42-41 nail–biter game.
Hayes played for Largo High School prior to attending the University of Miami. He was considered a “four-star prospect” and one of the nation’s top-ranked linebackers, Hayes’ university profile said.
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