Katelyn Ray, just 17, lost her life in a heartbreaking accident early one morning in Mississippi. Driving to pick up her sister, she failed to notice a school bus slowing down ahead and crashed into it at high speed. Police believe she was distracted by her phone, which was found still in her hand at the crash site.
More than a dozen children were on the bus, but none were hurt. Sadly, Katelyn was killed instantly. Her mother’s last conversation with her had been that morning, adding to the family’s grief.
he accident highlights the deadly risks of distracted driving, especially phone use. Even a brief glance away can lead to tragedy. Authorities urge drivers to keep their focus on the road and their hands off devices until they are safely stopped.
Katelyn’s story is a painful warning to all drivers: no text or call is worth a life.
