Tragic Accident Kills Quitman High School Student
Tragedy struck Quitman High School Thursday afternoon when a teacher driving a group of students lost control of the vehicle injuring three students and killing one. The group was on their way to a Future Farmers of America conference in San Antonio when the SUV slipped off the rural road. Investigators said Debra Holcombe, the teacher driving the car, overcorrected the steering wheel, which caused the car to flip several times. Quitman High School student, Skylar Carpenter, was ejected from the back seat and died at the scene. Police said it appeared she had not been wearing a seatbelt.
A fun weekend shattered in just a few moments. This car accident is an absolute tragedy for everyone involved. I cannot imagine the pain and grief felt by involved and my sympathies are truly with them. In my line of work, I deal with death and destruction daily, but it’s always especially gut wrenching when it involves a young person.
Wear your seat belt and make sure those in your car are wearing theirs. Life is so fleeting. This weekend my prayers are with Skylar’s family and Mrs. Holcombe.
