In a devastating incident, Olivia Pugh, a promising student at Harrison High School, tragically lost her life after being struck by a 2017 GMC Acadia. The incident occurred on December 8, 2023, in Cobb County, Georgia.
According to police reports, the driver of the Acadia was allegedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident. The driver has since been charged with vehicular homicide.
Pugh was crossing the road when she was hit. Despite immediate medical attention, she succumbed to her injuries at the hospital. The news of her untimely death has left the community and her schoolmates in shock and deep sorrow.
The Pugh family, in an effort to honor Olivia’s memory, has started collecting money for a scholarship fund in her name. This heartbreaking incident serves as a painful reminder of the dangers of drunk driving and the irreparable damage it can cause.
As we report this tragic news, our deepest sympathies go out to Olivia Pugh’s family, friends, and the entire Harrison High School community. May they find strength in this challenging time.
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