A 12-year-old girl named Jada West died on Sunday after collapsing in the street near a school bus stop in Villa Rica, Georgia. According to multiple reports, the incident occurred when Jada got into a fight with another student from Mason Creek Middle School at an intersection close to her home.
Key Takeaways
A 12-year-old girl named Jada West died after collapsing following a fight near her school bus stop in Villa Rica, Georgia. The incident occurred off-campus and involved another student from Mason Creek Middle School. According to multiple reports:
- Jada suffered seizures and cardiac arrest before passing away.
- Police are reviewing cellphone video of the altercation but have not yet filed charges.
- Family members claim Jada had been bullied since transferring to the school.
- The Douglas County School System stated that counselors were made available to students and staff following her death.
The fight was captured on cellphone video shared by family members and posted online. The footage shows both girls throwing punches before falling to the pavement. Jada appeared to walk away after the altercation but later collapsed, suffering seizures and cardiac arrest in the days leading up to her death.
Police confirmed that they are reviewing evidence, including cellphone video of the fight, and are awaiting autopsy results. According to Fox News, no charges have been filed yet as authorities work alongside the Douglas County District Attorney's Office. Family members claim Jada had been bullied since recently transferring to Mason Creek Middle School.
The Douglas County School System released a statement describing Jada as an "upbeat, kind, and vibrant student." The school emphasized that the incident did not occur on school property or during school hours and is under the jurisdiction of local police. Counselors were made available at the school to speak with students and staff following her death.
Jada's family expressed their desire for justice. Her aunt, Dequala McClendon, told WSB-TV, "It’s not right that this little girl and the other kids get to go to school. My niece is not here anymore." The Villa Rica Police Department stated they are working with prosecutors who will ultimately decide whether charges should be brought.
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