Hi E Pluribus, I hope you are well.
Yes, it is similar to Silkwood, as to the facts of the collision. I can’t help but think, on a broader level, of the mysterious death of someone that has obtained “explosive” information. Please forgive the pun.
I’m reminded of my friend, Ted Richardson, an Asst. U.S. Atty that had info on John Doe in the OKC Murrah Building bombing. His death, declared suicide by a shotgun blast, is still disputed. http://www.freewebz.com/jeffhead/liberty/okcsuicide.htm
Maybe someday we will know what, Silkwood, Richardson, Hastings, etc. knew that got them noticed.
Stay safe, my FRiend.