Tragic Crash Claims Lives of Two Teenagers in DeKalb County, Georgia

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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – Two teenagers were tragically killed and another teen sustained severe injuries in a devastating crash on Monday night on Interstate 675. The DeKalb County Police Department reported the incident.

According to DKCPD, law enforcement officers rushed to the scene of the accident at 11:05 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered a single vehicle that had veered off the road, colliding with multiple trees.

Regrettably, a 17-year-old male and a 12-year-old male were pronounced dead at the scene, while a 14-year-old male was immediately transported to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries.

A similar heart-wrenching incident occurred in Cherokee County, where two 17-year-olds lost their lives and three others were injured in a crash. Tragically, one of the victims had just turned 18 on the day of the accident.

The DeKalb County Police Department is currently conducting a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash.

The deceased victims have been identified by family members as Cameron (Cam) Bryce Huff, aged 17, and Gabriel (Gabe) James Gay, aged 12. The surviving victim, who is currently fighting for his life, is Gabe’s 14-year-old brother, Buddha Travis (TJ) Washington Isaac.

On Thursday afternoon, a family member informed FOX 5 Atlanta that TJ had just undergone a second surgery on his skull to relieve pressure. In order to assist the family with funeral and medical expenses, a GoFundMe campaign has been set up.

The Douglas County School System, deeply saddened by this tragedy, released a statement honoring the memory of the two brothers who lost their lives:

“The Douglas County School System is devastated by the loss of two exceptional young students. Gabriel was a brilliant and cherished student with limitless potential, while Cameron was a beloved classmate and talented athlete whose future held endless possibilities.”

“Our thoughts and hearts go out to the family as they navigate through this unimaginable loss.”

“Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students and staff remains our utmost priority. Consequently, both schools have deployed additional resources on campus. Our Crisis Response Team, comprising trained counselors, psychologists, social workers, and administrators, is diligently providing support and reassurance to anyone in need. We stand united in supporting our school community during this difficult time.”

“In this moment of profound sorrow, we must lean on one another for support. The Board of Education and I will continue to keep the family in our prayers. These two students have left an indelible mark on the Douglas County School System, and they will forever be remembered as beacons of light within our school community.”

“Although the loss is unfathomable, one thing is certain: The love, support, and solidarity of the Douglas County School System family know no bounds and will perpetually envelop this grieving family.”

At this time, law enforcement authorities have not disclosed the identities of the victims, nor have they determined the circumstances leading to the tragic crash.