then police find what she was holding…..

Teenager Katelyn Ray tragically lost her life in a car accident on Wednesday morning in Panola County, Mississippi. The crash occurred on Highway 15 near Highway 6 when her car collided with a South Panola School bus around 7:15 a.m., according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol.

Katelyn, who was on her way to pick up her older sister from work, was reported missing by her family after she failed to arrive. Her mother, Shelia Ray, shared a heartfelt memory of their final conversation, filled with love. The devastating news came when authorities informed the family of the accident.

Katelyn, a recent GED graduate and new driver, had received her license just two months earlier. The Panola County community mourns her passing as the Mississippi Highway Patrol investigates the incident.