Boy Killed in Johnston County Off‑Road Vehicle Accident
Austin Paradise, a 12-year-old student at Four Oaks Middle School, died Sunday afternoon in an ATV accident in southern Johnston County.
Candice BondA 12-year-old boy died in an ATV accident in southern Johnston County on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 25.
What Happened in Southern Johnston County
The boy has been identified as Austin "AJ" Paradise, 12. He was in seventh grade at Four Oaks Middle School. His family, friends and classmates are mourning his loss.
Vigil and Support Planned in Four Oaks
A candlelight vigil for Paradise was set for Monday, Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. Mourners planned to meet at the gazebo at Barbour Grove in the center of Four Oaks, each carrying a candle. Neighbors are also raising money to help the family pay for the funeral. Checks can be written to Rose & Graham Funeral Home and left at the vigil or at the funeral home in Benson or Four Oaks.
Vehicles from a serious crash are often towed to a secure lot and held for inspection. That is a standard step, and the vehicles can be held for weeks.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in North Carolina usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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