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Ava Jones, a basketball player from Iowa, is in critical condition after her family was hit by a car While in Kentucky for a tournament, according to reports. His father died Thursday from his injuries.
William A. “Tree” Jones III died Thursday, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. But his mother, Mary Jones, told The Hutchinson News that he is still on life support and his organs will be donated.
“It would have helped a lot of people in life, but it would also help them in death. That’s it,” he told the newspaper.
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He also noted that his wife, Amy, and 17-year-old daughter, Ava, are in critical condition at the University of Louisville Hospital.
Basketball on the court.
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“Ava is stable but critical,” Jones said. “Amy is stable but also critical, but Amy has a lot going on. They are both still in a vent (fan). They’re trying to get Ava out, but she’s functional. She goes slow”.
ava of Verbally committed to the hockey family On Monday, she was in Louisville for the Run 4 The Roses women’s basketball tournament when she, her parents and her younger brother were struck by a vehicle that jumped onto the sidewalk Tuesday.
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His younger brother was reportedly treated for minor injuries.
The Louisville Metropolitan Police Department arrested 33-year-old Michael Hurley and charged him with four counts of first-degree assault, driving under the influence of alcohol and breach of license, according to Yahoo Sports.
Police said Friday that he is now charged with premeditated murder.
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Iowa assistant coach Jan Jensen posted on Twitter Thursday, posting from the family’s GoFundMe account.
“[Thanks] To everyone who sent thoughts and prayers for future hookAva Jones and her family. I’m aware of. We ask that you keep this family winery close to you. They are wonderful people who can put up with a lot.”
