E.E. Smith High School Football Star Jai’Hyon Elliott, 18, in Fayetteville Rose Hill Road Accident; Mother Jasmine Davis Pays Tribute

Late Jai'Hyon Elliott, Trevor Merritt and Nicholas Williams were set to graduate from E.E. Smith High School in 2026.

October 11, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on October 10, 2026

Three student-athletes from E.E. Smith High School, Jai’Hyon Lamont Elliott, 18, Trevor Merritt,17, and Nicholas Williams, 17, tragically lost their lives in a single-vehicle crash on Rosehill Road in Fayetteville on the evening of October 8, 2026.

According to the Fayetteville Police Department, was traveling in a 2026 Honda Civic driven by 21-year-old Dymond N. Monroe when the vehicle ran off the road, struck a telephone pole, continued onto a sidewalk, and collided with a tree shortly before 7:30 p.m.

All three teens, Jai’Hyon, Trevor, and Nicholas, were pronounced dead at the scene, while Monroe survived and was airlifted to UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill in critical condition.

Furthermore, the untimely death of the three North Carolina teens has left a profound void in the lives of their families, friends, and loved ones.

Jai’Hyon, Trevor, and Nicholas were exceptional athletes and members of the E.E. Smith Varsity men’s football team.

Jai’Hyon Elliott and Nicholas Williams were serving as defensive backs, and Trevor Merritt as a linebacker.

Many of their loved ones are paying tribute to the late student-athletes and extending their heartfelt condolences to their family during this difficult time.

In the wake of the tragedy, Cumberland County Schools provided on-site counseling for students, faculty, and staff, and postponed the school’s scheduled homecoming game against South View High School out of respect for the families and grieving community.

Community leaders, including Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin and Hoke County Sheriff Roderick Virgil, expressed condolences, emphasizing the profound loss felt by the Golden Bulls family and the wider Fayetteville community.

Similarly, memorials quickly appeared at the crash site near Haymount Presbyterian Church, with friends and classmates remembering the students’ impact on their school and community.

Authorities are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact Officer C. Lewis at 910-818-1872 or submit anonymous tips through Fayetteville/Cumberland County Crimestoppers at 910-483-TIPS (8477).

Jasmine Davis Honors Son Jai’Hyon Elliott in Heartfelt Social Media Tribute

The untimely death of Jai’Hyon Elliott has left his parents and family shattered.

While no information is available about his father, as he prefers to maintain a low profile, Jai’Hyon Elliott’s mother, Jasmine Davis, took to her Instagram stories to express her sadness and pay tribute to her son.

In a now-removed Instagram story, Jasmine Davis remembered Jai’Hyon as the best son one could imagine and expressed her pride in being his mother.

Furthermore, Jasmine Davis’ social media is filled with pictures of her late some Jai’Hyon Elliott.

On Jai’Hyon’s 18th birthday on December 2026, Jasmine shared a beautiful video featuring several pictures of her son with a heartfelt caption that reads:

Jasmine’s social media profiles indicate that she is a proud alumna of Fayetteville Technical Community College. She High School Diploma in Healthcare Management Technology from Seventy-First High School in 2009.

While in high school, Jasmine was an active member of the Bowling team and the art club.

Likewise, Jasmine is a certified eyebrow artist and previously served as a customer service representative at Skyes Enterprises, Inc. She also volunteers at the Extreme Home Makeover Partnership For Children, Dr. Childers’ office, Dr. Ferdette’s Oral Surgery, and the Church.

In addition to his mother, Jasmine Davis, Jai’Hyon Elliott is survived by his two younger siblings, Amiris and Messiah, as well as his grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and the entire family.

In Case You Didn’t Know

• Late Jai’Hyon Elliott wore jersey number 21 and stood at a towering height of 5’11”.
• His family has yet to provide details about his funeral and memorial services.

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Suruchi is a business management student with a strong passion for writing, particularly when it comes to sports. She loves creating articles and blogs that explore various aspects of the sports world. With a curious mind and a love for both academics and creativity, she constantly seeks to expand her knowledge and share her insights through her writing.

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