26-Year-Old Woman Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-220 in Jackson

26-Year-Old Woman Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-220 in Jackson

JACKSON, MISS. — June 23, 2025 — The Jackson and Raymond communities are mourning the heartbreaking loss of kayla Smith, a 26-year-old woman whose life was tragically cut short in a multi-vehicle crash early Monday morning on Interstate 220.

The collision occurred around 2:00 a.m. near the Watkins Drive exit, prompting a swift and large-scale emergency response. Multiple vehicles were involved in the wreck, and both southbound lanes of I-220 were closed for hours as first responders worked the scene.

According to the Jackson Police Department, personnel from AMR, the Jackson Fire Department, and the Hinds County Coroner’s Office responded to the crash. Despite their efforts, Mikayla Smith was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Her identity was later confirmed by Hinds County Interim Coroner Jeramiah Howard, sending shock and sorrow through her hometown of Raymond and the wider community.

Mikayla is remembered by family and friends as a woman of kindness, compassion, and quiet strength. Described as warm-hearted and full of promise, her untimely passing has left an enduring void in the lives of all who knew and loved her.

Several other individuals sustained injuries in the crash and were transported to local hospitals. Their names and conditions have not been publicly released, and the total number of those injured remains unconfirmed.

The wreck shut down all southbound traffic for several hours, causing significant delays during the Monday morning commute. Authorities remained on-site conducting a thorough investigation and working to clear the scene.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with authorities examining potential contributing factors such as road conditions, fatigue, impairment, or mechanical failure. No charges have been filed at this time, and officials are asking anyone with information or who may have witnessed the crash to contact the Jackson Police Department.

This devastating accident serves as a solemn reminder of how quickly life can change. As the community reflects on this loss, many choose to honor Mikayla’s life not by how it ended, but by how she lived — with kindness, joy, and a generous spirit that touched everyone around her.

Rest in peace, Mikayla. Your light will never fade.