6-year-old Kenedi Bender dies after injuries sustained in head-on crash on 21st Street and Dominion Way in Clovis, New Mexico

Modified Date: 
Tue, 12/05/2023 - 10:27am
Accident Date: 
Monday, December 6, 2021

Reports: Head-on crash resulted in child's death

A head-on vehicle collision near 21st Street and Dominion Way on Dec. 6 resulted in the death of a 6-year-old Clovis girl, police reports show.

Kenedi Bender died from blunt head and neck trauma, according to the Office of the Medical Investigator. Two drivers were transported to Plains Regional Medical Center, complaining of arm, neck and chest pains.

6-year-old girl dies after crash in Clovis, say reports

The driver of the SUV was making a right turn onto Dominion Way when hit by the pickup. The driver of the Jeep told police she was driving west when the pickup came into her lane. “(The Jeep’s driver) said that she thinks the truck was trying to go around a different vehicle,” according to a report filed by CPD Officer Dagoberto Rodriguez.

Kenedi Faye Bender 2015 - 2021 Obituary

Kenedi Faye Bender went home to be with Jesus on December 6, 2021, at the age of 6. Kenedi was such a bright light everywhere she went – she left her mark on this world. Her love for Jesus and people was contagious. Her sweet personality was over the top fun with her giggles and dance moves, Kenni was the light of our lives. She was joy personified.

Type: Car Accident
City: 
Clovis, NM

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