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Omaha changes West Center Road traffic signals after deadly crash
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Key Points:
- Omaha Public Works has revised traffic signal timing at 114th Street and West Center Road following a fatal crash that killed two children.
- The crash involved a Subaru Impreza being hit by a Chevrolet Malibu driven by Tanner Hunt, who was speeding at 98 mph and had a blood alcohol level of .095.
- Tanner Hunt faces two counts of motor vehicle homicide while driving under the influence related to the deaths of 10-year-old Prestin Strassenburg and 5-year-old Zaiden Strassenburg.
- The new traffic signal timing now makes left turns on West Center Road protected only, eliminating the previously allowed flashing yellow permitted left turn, with officials monitoring for further adjustments.
- Mayor John W. Ewing Jr. emphasized the city's commitment to improving safety and urged drivers to slow down and avoid driving under the influence.
