In Loving Memory of Matthew Siles Omaha, Nebraska
The Omaha community is mourning the tragic and untimely loss of Matthew Siles, whose life was taken far too soon in a fatal hit-and-run crash on the morning of Wednesday, December 17, 2025, near 43rd and Cuming Street. His sudden passing has left family, friends, and loved ones heartbroken, grappling with a loss that feels both shocking and deeply unfair.
According to the Omaha Police Department, officers responded to the scene just before 8:00 a.m. after receiving a report of a personal injury accident. Investigators determined that Matthew, a 25-year-old pedestrian, was crossing Cuming Street when he was struck by a vehicle traveling eastbound. The driver fled the scene, leaving Matthew critically injured. He was transported by Omaha Fire Department medics to the Nebraska Medical Center, where he was sadly pronounced deceased.
The vehicle involved, a Tesla, was later located near 37th and Dodge Street, but the driver has not yet been identified. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to uncover the full circumstances surrounding this devastating incident.
Matthew Siles was more than a victim in a tragic accident. He was a beloved son, friend, and cherished presence to those who knew him. His life carried meaning, laughter, and promise, and his absence leaves an irreplaceable void in the hearts of many.
As the community grieves, there is a collective call for justice, accountability, and remembrance. May Matthew’s memory live on through the love he shared and the lives he touched. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.