Overview

• Ryder, 7, and Laynee Rae, 10, were pronounced dead at the scene of the Sept. 15 collision, according to local reports.
• Local outlets report the pickup was driven by Blake Whitcomb, 33, and the farm vehicle by Dale Feik, 66, on a rural road near Hastings.
• Both drivers were transported to Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital for treatment, and Whitcomb remains in intensive care.
• Keeley Whitcomb announced the loss on TikTok on Sept. 16 and said she is stepping away from her travel and content work to grieve.
• Officials have not released findings on cause, fault, or charges, and one report says alcohol is not suspected.