Pennsylvania: 15-year-old boy dies in crash while on FaceTime with friend
He was trapped in the car as it went up in flames.
A teenager who died in a horrific car accident was using FaceTime right before the crash, police say.
The unidentified 15-year-old was driving late at night on February 1 on a major state highway in Pennsylvania, near Tuscarora Township.
Police understand he was travelling at a “high rate of speed” before his car ran off the road “travelled up a snow-covered embankment” and struck a large tree head-on.
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After his car hit the tree, the boy was trapped inside while the vehicle caught on fire.
He died a short time later. It is not known if he was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident.
Police are carrying out an investigation into the crash.
Though his identity has not been made public, he was a student at Juniata High School, according to a letter from Christie Holderman, the school’s superintendent, reviewed by People.
“This loss is heartbreaking, and our thoughts are with the student’s family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time,” Ms Holderman wrote.
As his teachers and fellow students learned of the tragic news, they were offered counselling services.
“We know that news like this can be upsetting and may bring up many emotions for our students, staff, and families,” Ms Holderman said.
“We encourage anyone who is struggling to reach out and accept this support.”
This comes after three teenagers died in a car crash on their way to hockey practice.
JJ Wright, Cameron Casorso and Caden Fine were driving on a major highway about an hour south of Calgary when they were involved in a three-vehicle collision.
Their deaths were confirmed by Danielle Smith, Alberta’s Premier, on February 2.
“Alberta is heartbroken at the loss of three young hockey players,” she said in a statement posted to social media.
Ms Smith confirmed the teenagers had been travelling to practice with the Southern Alberta Mustangs junior hockey club.
“My deepest condolences are with their families, teammates, coaches, billet families and the entire community of Stavely and the surrounding area as they grieve this unimaginable loss. The whole Alberta hockey family is standing with you in sorrow and in prayer.”
