Tragedy rocks Tullahoma City Schools as community mourns loss of teenager

TULLAHOMA, Tenn. (WTVF) — A little more than a month after the start of school, Tullahoma City Schools has dealt with the heartbreaking loss of 16-year-old Brodie Minor, who was killed while riding his gas-powered minibike.

Brodie is remembered as a lively and spirited young man who had a profound influence on those around him.

His father, Richie Minor, described him as more than a wrestler, a son, a brother and a friend. He said he was a beautiful soul full of life and personality.

Brodie's mother, Amanda Minor, shared her deep sadness.

“If he was your friend, he was your friend. And if you were family, you were family,” Amanda said.

The family believes that Brodie left a piece of himself with everyone he met and that they will forever remember his infectious smile and laugh.

Tragedy struck on September 7, when Amanda received a call that changed her life forever.

According to a preliminary report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Brodie ignored a stop sign while riding his minibike and was struck head-on by a vehicle.

As the family tries to come to terms with the events of that evening, Amanda finds some comfort in knowing that her son did not suffer.

After the accident, she urged drivers to be careful, especially in residential areas.

“Drivers need to pay attention to the speed limit, make sure their lights are on and just pay attention like they normally would,” Amanda said.

Brodie's legacy lives on as classmates and community members express their grief through heartfelt messages they leave for him.
The students turned over the stone in front of the school to create a memorial to Brodie.

In response to the tragedy, the city has installed additional signage on the street where the accident occurred, a measure the family believes should have been implemented long ago.

They hope that such precautions can prevent future tragedies and save lives.

As the Tullahoma community mourns, fresh flowers continue to be placed at the crash site as a haunting reminder of Brodie's spirit and the deep void his death left behind.

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