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Teens Die in Utah Drag-Race Crash; Seatbelts Not Used

4/7/2026

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Ava Olivarez (17) and Xander Hover (15) died in Juab County, Utah, after a drag-race crash in which they were thrown from a Chevy Silverado.
Corey Wayman survived with serious injuries.
None of the teens wore seatbelts.
The Juab County Sheriff's Office is investigating, citing high speed and lack of restraints.
Olivarez's father expressed devastation and urged seatbelt use.

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Story summary

Ava Olivarez (17) and Xander Hover (15) died in Juab County, Utah, after a drag-race crash in which they were thrown from a Chevy Silverado.
Corey Wayman survived with serious injuries.
None of the teens wore seatbelts.
The Juab County Sheriff's Office is investigating, citing high speed and lack of restraints.
Olivarez's father expressed devastation and urged seatbelt use.