Teen Dies in Collision with School Bus While Heading to Pick Up Sister
A heartbreaking incident occurred in Panola County, Mississippi, when 17-year-old Katelyn Ray lost her life after colliding with the rear of a South Panola School bus at approximately 7:15 a.m. on Highway 15.
Katelyn was driving to pick up her sister from work when the crash happened. When she did not arrive as expected, her family became concerned and started searching for her. They were later informed by the highway patrol of the tragic accident.
Katelyn had recently obtained her driver’s license and was enrolled in GED courses. Her unexpected passing has profoundly affected her family and the close-knit Panola County community. The Mississippi Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
