Jackson County, Georgia — A devastating highway crash late Friday night claimed the lives of eight family members when their minivan erupted into flames after being struck by a tanker truck on Interstate 85
Officials at the Georgia Department of Public Safety emphasized the need for caution and attentiveness on highways, particularly among commercial drivers. They called the incident a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly lives can be lost due to a single moment of negligence.
As investigators continue their work, loved ones and residents across Georgia are left grieving a family whose journey ended too soon. Their absence will be profoundly felt, their memory honored by those who knew their warmth, laughter, and love for one another.





