The close‑knit communities of Statesboro and Screven County, Georgia are reeling after the tragic death of 18‑year‑old Kienna A. Lani Wisner, who lost her life in a fatal car crash on February 2, 2026. The devastating collision occurred on Rocky Ford Road in rural Screven County during the late morning hours.

According to investigators from the Georgia State Patrol, Wisner was driving her 2003 Toyota RAV4 when she encountered a patch of ice on the roadway. The icy conditions caused her vehicle to lose control while navigating a curve, sending it spinning and ultimately leaving the roadway. Her SUV then struck a tree, causing severe damage and rolling over before coming to rest.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the crash and transported Kienna to a nearby hospital. Despite their efforts, she succumbed to her injuries later that day.

Local law enforcement and state patrol officials have indicated that icy road conditions were a key factor in the deadly crash and continue to investigate the incident. The region had experienced unusual winter weather, leaving some rural roads slick and hazardous.

Friends, classmates, and community members have taken to social media and local memorial pages to express their sorrow and share memories of Kienna, describing her as a bright, energetic young woman with a promising future. Community vigils and tributes have been planned to honor her life and offer support to her grieving family.

This heartbreaking loss serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by winter weather on Georgia’s rural roads. Local authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution and stay alert to changing conditions to prevent further tragedies.