The community of Richton, Mississippi is mourning the death of Alyssa Grant, a beloved daughter, sister, niece, and friend whose life was tragically cut short in a motor vehicle accident.
According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the crash occurred on June 22, 2026, on U.S. Highway 45 in Wayne County. Alyssa, 17, was driving a Nissan Murano when it collided with a Freightliner semi-truck. She sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The accident remains under investigation.
For those who loved her, Alyssa was far more than the circumstances of her passing. Family members have shared heartfelt tributes describing a young woman who brought joy, love, and light into their lives. Her mother, Angie Grant, expressed the unimaginable heartbreak of losing her daughter, while relatives remembered Alyssa as a beautiful young woman who was deeply cherished by everyone around her.
Alyssa leaves behind her parents, Angie and Jeff Grant, her brother Kyle Grant, and a large circle of family members and friends who are struggling to come to terms with the loss. As the Richton community grieves alongside the Grant family, Alyssa Grant will be remembered for the love she inspired, the memories she created, and the lasting place she holds in the hearts of those who knew her.