On Thursday, a Tennessee Highway Patrol preliminary report stated the 19-year-old was driving along Thinwood Drive approaching the intersection of U.S. Highway 25/70. While negotiating a curve, the 2019 Kia Forte left the road to the left and struck a parked semi trailer, the report stated. The two teens 19 years old and 15 years old were the only individuals involved in the crash.

Due to the tragic circumstance, the Cocke County Schools system  provided professional emotional support for students and staff.

Counselors were made available in the CCHS library Wednesday July 31st.