Young Cheerleader Tragically Killed in Parade Accident
8-Year-Old Macie Hill Dies After Float Collided With Hummer
Heartbreaking Loss for Family and Community
A joyful Fourth of July celebration turned into tragedy when an 8-year-old cheerleader lost her life in a parade accident.
Macie Hill, a member of Layton's Patriot Cheer cheerleading group, was struck by a Hummer float while performing in the Kaysville parade, approximately 20 miles north of Salt Lake City.
According to eyewitnesses, the Hummer float veered off course and collided with the cheerleading float, fatally injuring Macie.
Details of the Incident
- The accident occurred on July 4, 2022, during the Kaysville Independence Day parade.
- The victim, Macie Hill, was an 8-year-old cheerleader participating in the parade.
- A Hummer float struck the cheerleading float, causing fatal injuries to Macie.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community and the cheerleading world.
KSL News reported that Macie's injuries were so severe that she was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Community Mourns
Macie's family and friends are understandably devastated by her tragic loss.
A neighbor of Macie's family told FOX 13 Now, "It's a hard thing to go through, especially when it's your neighbor's kid."
The cheerleading community is also mourning the loss of one of their own.
Deseret News quoted Patriot Cheer's owner and Macie's coach, Jenny Barlow, as saying, "Her smile, her energy, her joy, her friendship, her love — it's irreplaceable."
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
The driver of the Hummer float has been identified as 23-year-old Dallin Lambert of Kaysville. Lambert was arrested and booked into the Davis County Jail on suspicion of automobile homicide.
The investigation is expected to take time, and no further details have been released by law enforcement.
Conclusion
The death of Macie Hill has left an immeasurable void in the hearts of her family, friends, and the entire community.
The young cheerleader's life was tragically cut short, and her passing serves as a reminder of the fragility of life.
As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of a bright and promising young girl and hopes for justice for her family.
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