Jackson “Jack” Ryan Brookhart, aged 17, tragically lost his life on July 26, 2025, while driving on Chalk Road in Wake Forest, North Carolina. According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, his vehicle—a black Kia—drifted across the center line, veered off the roadway, struck a ditch, became airborne, collided with a tree, and flipped back onto the road. Jack, the driver, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Two other occupants—18-year-old Reece Campbell of Greenville and a 17-year-old passenger—survived but suffered injuries and were hospitalized for treatment. Troopers cited speeding as a contributing factor in the crash.

Wake Forest neighbors described Chalk Road as a hazardous stretch, and footage from ABC11 highlighted concern over the dangerous curvature at the crash site.

Legacy.com and Bright Funeral Home confirmed Jack’s passing: born on September 23, 2007, he died July 26, 2025, in Wake Forest.

Local coverage and tribute pages describe Jack as a promising student-athlete with deep community ties. Statesnewsnow articles reflect the community’s grief and the shock felt by classmates, family, and school peers over the sudden and senseless loss of a young life.

Summary

• Full Name Jackson “Jack” Ryan Brookhart
• Age: 17
• Residence: Wake Forest, NC
• Date of Death: July 26, 2025
• Circumstances: High-speed single-vehicle crash on Chalk Road; vehicle crossed center line, struck a ditch and tree, rolled over
• Cause of Crash: Speed identified as contributing factor
• Passengers: Two hospitalized survivors

The accident has profoundly affected the Wake Forest community. In the aftermath, vigils, community remembrances, and calls for safer road conditions have emerged. As the community continues grieving, more details—including a full obituary—are expected in the coming days from Bright Funeral Home.