Attala County deputies, EMS, and the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a head-on collision Tuesday night on Hwy 14 W near Attala Rd. 4009 that claimed the life of a local resident.
The crash happened around 8:25 p.m. Authorities confirmed that Gayla Jones, 52, of Attala County, died at the scene.
Ms. Jones was pronounced deceased at the scene by Attala County Coroner Sam Bell.
A second person was airlifted to a hospital. Their condition is currently unknown.
Mississippi Highway Patrol is in charge of investigating the crash.
Melissa Finch
September 10, 2025 at 4:36 PMGayla was a sweetheart.. praying for her family
Glynn Bishop
September 10, 2025 at 5:22 PMA truly amazing woman, that will be greatly missed by many that knew her!
Denita Dawson
September 10, 2025 at 6:33 PMMy heart is literally broken. She was a beautiful person 😢
John Sisney
September 11, 2025 at 5:24 AMDang I just heard about Gayla…gone way too soon…a wonderful person…we’ll miss her for sure…pray for the family…
Anita
September 11, 2025 at 9:34 AMPrayers for Gayla’s loved ones. She was such a sweet person.
Patricia Keith
September 11, 2025 at 12:00 PMWe will miss Gayla. She such a sweet person. Will be praying for the family and friends.
Regina Fortenberry
September 11, 2025 at 1:23 PMOh I hate hearing this. She was one of the best. Loved her dearly.
Mary locke
September 11, 2025 at 1:49 PMI am so saddened to hear this. Gala was so sweet and kind to everyone. She will certainly be missed by all who knew her. Kaffeys will not be the same without her. I love Gala and her sweet family and I am praying for peace and comfort for them all. RIP dear sweet friend until we meet again ♥️
Al Jobe
September 11, 2025 at 4:57 PMGayla was a great lady she will be missed. RIH Gayla.
charlene jackson
September 12, 2025 at 5:48 AMLord have mercy!!🥺🙏🏾 i just found out! i was waiting to hear her voice when i ordered my lunch on yesterday! Lord! have mercy on her Family! She Was A beautiful One! with A beautiful Attidue ! & beautiful Spirit!! 🥺🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Judy Broyles
September 13, 2025 at 7:43 PMGayla was a great friend. Now when I look at the flowers in the house I will think of her. RIP girl. We love you and will miss your smiling face.