Nationwide — Jaylah Donald, a 19-year-old African American pregnant girl from Newton County, Georgia, died in a late-night crash that additionally left her mom in vital situation. Troopers mentioned an impaired driver slammed into their automobile as they have been heading residence after Thanksgiving.
Based on 11Alive, Jaylah had been sitting within the passenger seat whereas her mom backed out of a driveway on Fairview Highway in Covington. One other automobile hit them on the passenger facet, killing Jaylah on the scene. She was seven months pregnant with a child boy.
Her mom was flown to Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta and stays on a ventilator. Members of the family mentioned they’re ready for updates and are nonetheless uncertain if she may survive. The loss has been particularly painful as they grieve each Jaylah and her unborn son.
Family members described Jaylah as a joyful younger girl identified for her fixed smile. Her godmother and different family members mentioned she had a pure approach of brightening any room and had been identified for her cheerful spirit since childhood.
The household has requested for prayers as they look ahead to information on Jaylah’s mom. A GoFundMe has been set as much as assist with funeral prices and different bills.
The Georgia State Patrol remains to be investigating the crash, and fees are anticipated as soon as the case is full.
