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Cumming Today
By the People, for the People
Three Georgia Teens Killed in Florida Spring Break Crash
One other teen left fighting for life after Jeep veers off highway and hits trees
Apr. 8, 2026 at 9:20am
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Three high school students from Cumming, Georgia were killed and another was critically injured when their Jeep veered off a Florida highway and crashed into a treeline during a spring break trip. The victims included a 16-year-old female, a 17-year-old female, and an 18-year-old male. The fourth victim, a 17-year-old female, was rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
Why it matters
The tragic crash has devastated the tight-knit community of Cumming, Georgia, where the victims attended Horizon Christian Academy. The school has opened its chapel for students and families to grieve and pray together as they cope with the unimaginable loss.
The details
According to authorities, the Jeep carrying the four teens was traveling on Highway 65 in Franklin County, Florida when it veered off the road and struck the treeline. Good Samaritans who witnessed the crash immediately pulled over and were able to rescue the 17-year-old female passenger before the vehicle caught fire. Investigators are still working to determine the cause of the crash and the speed the Jeep was traveling.
- The crash occurred on Monday, April 7, 2026 during the teens' spring break trip to Florida.
- The school opened its chapel on Monday night to provide a space for the community to gather, grieve and pray.
The players
Jaylyn Fehr
A 16-year-old junior at Horizon Christian Academy in Cumming, Georgia who was described as a star volleyball player and beloved member of her church community.
Horizon Christian Academy
The school attended by the four teens involved in the fatal crash. The school opened its chapel to offer students and families a place to gather, grieve and pray.
Franklin County Sheriff AJ 'Tony' Smith
The sheriff who stated that the community is 'heartbroken' over the tragedy and will keep 'the families of all these kids' in their prayers while continuing to pray for the surviving teen's recovery.
What they’re saying
“We pray that God's presence would be deeply felt by these grieving families, and that His presence would bring comfort, peace, and hope even in the midst of unimaginable loss.”
— Horizon Christian Academy
What’s next
Investigators are still working to determine the cause of the crash and the speed the Jeep was traveling.
The takeaway
This tragic accident has devastated the close-knit community of Cumming, Georgia, where the victims were beloved students and members. As the community grieves, they are coming together to support the families and pray for the recovery of the surviving teen.
