Two Baldwin County Teens Killed in Crash
Summary
Two Baldwin County teens were killed late last night after head-on collision with a tractor trailer. It happened along Highway 24, just west of Watson Reynolds Road. The Georgia State Patrol says 17-year-old Tyrese Wright was driving toward Milledgeville in […]
Two Baldwin County teens were killed late last night after head-on collision with a tractor trailer.
It happened along Highway 24, just west of Watson Reynolds Road.
The Georgia State Patrol says 17-year-old Tyrese Wright was driving toward Milledgeville in a 2001 Acura 3.5, when he lost controlled and was hit by a tractor trailer travelling in the other direction.
Wright and his passenger, 18-year-old Jonathan Jarrett, were killed.
Both were not wearing a seat belt.
In a Facebook post, Georgia College Early College confirms Jonathan Jarrett was a senior at BHS and GC Early College. Tyrese Wright was a senior at BHS.
Baldwin County School Superintendent Dr. Noris Price released this statement on behalf of the district.
The driver of the tractor trailer was not hurt.
The Georgia State Patrol continues to investigate.
Here is the preliminary report from the Georgia State Patrol.
This is such a tragedy for Baldwin County along with both families. Two young men gone too soon. I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers go out to all who knew them. I know it must seem unimaginable right now. 2020 has brought us so much tragedy and we aren’t even allowed to embrace each other for comfort. Just know we are all grieving with you and we love you and we’re praying for you. May God strengthen all of you and keep his loving arms around you.🙏🏽
This is so heartfelt during the holidays especially.My heart and prayers goes out to all involved 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
My heart hurts thinking of the pain there families and friends are going thru. God please comfort them thru this tragedy. Prayers for all and especially for Skylar who I work with at Kroger.