In a heartbreaking incident in Henry County, Georgia, an 8-year-old girl lost her life after being struck by a car while boarding her school bus. The Georgia State Patrol has confirmed the devastating news. The incident occurred on Thursday on Jackson Lake Road, when the young girl was hit by a Ford Fusion driven by a 25-year-old woman named Kaylee Andre.

According to the police, the victim's identity has not yet been released, but she was a student at Rock Springs Elementary School. Witnesses reported that the school bus had activated its red flashing lights, along with displaying the stop sign to the front and rear, as Andre's vehicle collided with the victim while she was attempting to cross the roadway.

Prompt emergency response was provided by Henry County EMS personnel, who administered life-saving measures at the scene. However, due to the severity of her injuries, the girl was airlifted to Egleston Children's Hospital in Atlanta. Tragically, on February 2, the victim succumbed to her injuries, as confirmed by law enforcement sources.

In response to this devastating incident, the Georgia State Patrol took swift action, arresting Kaylee Andre on Saturday. She has been charged with homicide by vehicle in the first degree, failure to stop for a school bus loading and unloading, and failure to exercise due care. Andre is currently being held at Henry County Jail, as indicated by court records.

The community has been plunged into grief, with parents and residents expressing their shock and condolences. Lindsay Bridges, a parent at Rock Springs Elementary School, spoke to Atlanta ABC affiliate WSB and shared her emotions over the tragic accident. Bridges stated, "It's crazy to think about something like that happening to a child when you have kids. Well, even if you don't have kids. It's very, very sad to hear about. But I can just imagine what those parents are going through."

The loss of a young life under such tragic circumstances serves as a reminder of the utmost importance of road safety, especially around school buses. The incident is a devastating blow to the community, leaving it reeling with sadness and heartache. As the investigation continues, the focus will remain on seeking justice for the young victim and providing support to her grieving family.