A devastating car crash near the Wyoming–Colorado border has claimed the lives of three members of the University of Wyoming men’s swimming and diving team. The victims were identified as sophomore Charlie Clark, 19, of Las Vegas; junior Luke Slabber, 21, of Cape Town, South Africa; and freshman Carson Muir, 18, of Birmingham, Alabama.The crash occurred at the intersection of U.S. Highway 287 and Red Mountain Road between Livermore and Virginia Dale, Colorado.
According to early findings, the vehicle swerved off the roadway and rolled multiple times. The Colorado State Patrol stated that the incident remains under investigation and that no potential factors — including speed, impairment, or distraction — have been ruled out.Two other team members who were in the vehicle sustained non-life-threatening injuries and have since been released from the hospital. Authorities reported that one of the survivors was driving the Toyota RAV4, which carried five occupants and left the southbound lane before rolling and ejecting two passengers.
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University officials confirmed the students were not traveling on official school business at the time of the crash. University of Wyoming President Ed Seidel expressed deep sorrow, saying the loss has profoundly impacted the university and wider community. Athletic Director Tom Burman also shared condolences and confirmed that counseling services are being made available to student-athletes and staff.
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon and his wife issued a statement mourning the loss and urging support for the families and loved ones affected. The tragedy has left the university and community united in grief as they honor the lives of three young athletes lost far too soon.