Overview
- O’Neal is coordinating the assistance with Henry County Sheriff Reginald B. Scandrett and Douglas County Sheriff Tim Pounds, leveraging his role as the Henry County Sheriff’s Office chief of community relations.
- Jada West collapsed after a fight near a neighborhood bus stop in Villa Rica and died at a hospital days later, according to police.
- Investigators are examining cellphone and social-media footage of the altercation and are working with the district attorney on next steps.
- An autopsy to determine the cause of death has not been released, and authorities say there is no timeline for potential charges.
- Family representatives allege prior bullying and question bus supervision, while the Douglas County School System says the incident occurred off campus and has provided counseling support.