Pevely third grader paralyzed in crash, school offering support [Video]

PEVELEY, Mo.  – A Pevely third grader is fighting for her life after an accident left her paralyzed. The community is coming together to support her family and the long road to recovery.

8-year-old Gracie remains in critical condition after she, along with her mother and grandmother, were injured in a crash on Telegraph Road in south county a few weeks ago. Officials say the other driver involved was speeding when he hit the family’s car.

The third grader at Peveley Elementary is suffering from a broken neck, broken pelvis, kidney failure, and will require a ventilator.

“Our counselors and teachers are ready to help Gracie’s friends if they need it. It’s a tragic situation anytime a car accident, something like this that kinda takes everyone by surprise…it is sad, and we are heartbroken for her and the family,” Dunklin School District Superintendent Clint Freeman said.

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