LUNENBURG COUNTY, Va. — A Virginia community is mourning the death of an 18-year-old who died after a crash that occurred on the same day as his high school graduation.
Jemeire Hite died following a May 24 crash that happened just hours after he graduated from Central High School, according to Lunenburg County Public Schools.
"Jemeire graduated full of promise and pride. His loss is felt deeply across our school community," Superintendent Dr. Sharon Stanislas said. "On behalf of Lunenburg County Public Schools, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Jemeire's family, friends, and loved ones. We grieve with you and stand with you during this difficult time."
Virginia State Police said Hite died in a single vehicle crash at about 4:44 p.m. on Gladys Road in Campbell County.
"A 2011 Chevrolet Malibu was heading eastbound on Gladys Road when it went off of the right side of the road, went down and then up an embankment, and struck a tree. The driver of the vehicle suffered serious injuries in the crash," a Virginia State Police spokesperson said.
Hite was one of three passengers in the vehicle. The other two were also injured.
Hite's mother told CBS 6 her son lived "an amazing life and left an amazing mark on everyone he came in contact."
She said she stood behind the driver of the car and called the situation "an unfortunate accident."
A GoFundMe page has been established to help Hite's family with expenses.
"What should have been the best day of his life quickly turned into the worst. He was life flighted to Roanoke and spent several days in the ICU," the fundraising page states. "We have the opportunity to help this family. No donation can ever bring their precious Jay back, but no family should go bankrupt saying goodbye to their loved one. Anything you could give would be so appreciated."
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