Family identifies teen killed, others hurt in crash

The family identified the victim as 17-year-old Raylen Paynter.
The family identified the victim as 17-year-old Raylen Paynter.(WSAZ with permission)
Published: Jun. 19, 2024 at 2:10 PM EDT

WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) -A family is mourning the loss of a teenager after she passed away in a rollover car crash that involved several vehicles.

The family identified the victim as 17-year-old Raelyn Paynter.

One juvenile dead following serious crash in Wayne

The crash was reported on 5th Street Road near Skyview Drive in Wayne County on Tuesday afternoon, according to dispatchers.

Two of the Paynter's sisters, Reece and Laney, were injured after the crash.
Two of the Paynter's sisters, Reece and Laney, were injured after the crash.(WSAZ with permission)

Two of Paynter’s sisters were also injured in the crash.

The family tells WSAZ.com that Reece Paynter, 15, is in critical condition.

“We’re praying for a miracle,” said Clayburne Stevens, the girls’ uncle.

Laney Paynter,13, is recovering after she suffered minor injuries.

A GoFundME has been set up to help provide the family with financial assistance.

The cause of the crash is under investigation.

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