Three Lives Lost in Tragic Hit-and-Run | Gainesville News

A devastating hit-and-run crash in Lake City has claimed the lives of two teenage best friends, Mya Raulerson and Mae Waters, along with Mae’s aunt Bonnie Welker. The 16-year-old and 15-year-old were returning from a family cookout when their car was struck on the passenger side. The driver, Jaron Carr, 31, faces six charges for leaving the scene and has outstanding warrants from Brevard County and Missouri. Mya’s mother describes the agonizing wait for news, while Mae’s family plans to donate her organs — a decision supported by Mya’s mom. Mae’s younger sister survived with injuries. Mya is remembered as a radiant, compassionate soul who always thought of others; Mae as bubbly and outgoing. A memorial stands at the crash site, and a vigil for Mya is set for Friday, with teal encouraged as her favorite color. Amid the grief, Mya’s mother prays for the driver, believing it’s what her daughter would have wanted. The community rallies around the grieving families in this heartbreaking loss. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e2024d53bea12f9f