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Martin County high schooler killed hours before graduation remembered as 'a beacon of light'
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· May 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The 18-year-old victim was from Hobe Sound. A car crash has claimed the life of a Martin County high school student.
A car crash has claimed the life of a Martin County high school student. The 18-year-old victim was from Hobe Sound. His death occurred on the day he was set to graduate from high school, just hours before the ceremony.
Friends and classmates gathered on Friday night to mourn his passing. They came together to remember the student and cope with their loss. Further details about the incident and the student are available from WPTV, including a tribute to his memory from those who knew him.
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Published: May 23, 2026 ·
Source: WPTV ·
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