College Football Player Charged with Intoxication Manslaughter in Texas Crash Fatally Injuring Teammate
A college football player from Southeastern Oklahoma State University has been arrested and charged with intoxication manslaughter after a car crash in Texas killed his teammate, who was a passenger in the vehicle.
Mobile Pensacola, AL, October 10, 2026 — A tragic car accident in Texas has resulted in the arrest of a college football player and the death of his teammate. The player, identified as being affiliated with Southeastern Oklahoma State University, has been charged with intoxication manslaughter. The incident occurred in Texas and involved a vehicle in which both players were present, with the deceased being a passenger.
Authorities confirmed that the crash led to the fatality of one individual. The arrested player faces charges related to intoxication manslaughter, indicating that alcohol is believed to have been a factor in the collision. The specific details surrounding the crash, including the exact location, time, and the sequence of events leading up to the accident, have not been fully disclosed.
The deceased player was a teammate of the arrested individual at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. The university has not yet released a public statement regarding the incident or the identities of the players involved. Details regarding the ongoing investigation, including the results of any toxicology reports or the specific evidence leading to the intoxication manslaughter charge, were not immediately available.
Intoxication manslaughter is a serious felony charge in Texas, typically involving driving while intoxicated and causing the death of another person. The charge carries severe penalties upon conviction, including lengthy prison sentences and significant fines. The investigation into the circumstances of the crash is continuing.
Story summarized from the original created by Mark Heim on www.al.com, see more information here.
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