Ellie Sims: Fsu Student Killed In Hit-and-run Accident, Suspect Arrested
A dark cloud hangs over Tallahassee following the tragic death of Elizabeth “Ellie” Sims, a beloved 20-year-old Florida State University sophomore. On Monday evening, Ellie’s life was cut short when she was struck by a vehicle while walking near West Pensacola Street. The senseless loss has left her family, friends, and the entire FSU community heartbroken.
I. The Tragic Loss of FSU Sophomore Ellie Sims
A Bright Light Extinguished
Ellie Sims was a shining star in the Florida State University community. The 20-year-old sophomore was known for her infectious smile, her passion for running, and her involvement in the FSU Honors College and Alpha Chi Omega sorority. She was also an aspiring entrepreneur and a fashionista.
On Monday evening, Ellie’s life was tragically cut short when she was hit by a vehicle while walking near West Pensacola Street. The senseless loss has left her family, friends, and the entire FSU community in mourning.
A Community in Mourning
Name | Relationship to Ellie | Quote |
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Richard McCullough | FSU President | “We are deeply saddened by the heartbreaking loss of one of our students, Elizabeth ‘Ellie’ Sims.” |
Alpha Chi Omega sorority | Ellie’s sorority sisters | “Ellie was the epitome of an Alpha Chi Omega. She will be forever missed.” |
- Ellie was a member of the FSU Honors College.
- She was an avid runner.
- She was an aspiring entrepreneur.
- She was a fashionista.
II. Arrest Made in Fatal HitandRun
Suspect Charged with Leaving the Scene
Following a thorough investigation, the Tallahassee Police Department arrested 18-year-old Willis Trueblood Jr. in connection with the fatal hit-and-run that claimed Ellie Sims’s life. Trueblood was charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving death, a first-degree felony punishable by up to 30 years’ imprisonment.
According to police, Trueblood was driving the vehicle that struck Sims on Monday evening. He allegedly fled the scene after the collision, but was later apprehended by authorities.
Charge | Punishment |
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Leaving the scene of a crash involving death | Up to 30 years’ imprisonment |
Community Demands Justice
The arrest of Willis Trueblood Jr. has brought a sense of relief to Ellie Sims’s family and friends, but they are still seeking justice for her tragic death. A GoFundMe page has been set up to help cover the costs of Ellie’s funeral expenses, and the community is rallying around her loved ones during this difficult time.
- A GoFundMe page has been set up to help cover the costs of Ellie’s funeral expenses.
- The community is rallying around Ellie’s loved ones during this difficult time.
III. Remembering Ellie Sims: A Bright Light Extinguished
Ellie Sims was a shining star in the Florida State University community. The 20-year-old sophomore was known for her infectious smile, her passion for running, and her involvement in the FSU Honors College and Alpha Chi Omega sorority. She was also an aspiring entrepreneur and a fashionista.On Monday evening, Ellie’s life was tragically cut short when she was hit by a vehicle while walking near West Pensacola Street. The senseless loss has left her family, friends, and the entire FSU community in mourning.
Name | Relationship to Ellie | Quote |
---|---|---|
Richard McCullough | FSU President | “We are deeply saddened by the heartbreaking loss of one of our students, Elizabeth ‘Ellie’ Sims.” |
Alpha Chi Omega sorority | Ellie’s sorority sisters | “Ellie was the epitome of an Alpha Chi Omega. She will be forever missed.” |
- Ellie was a member of the FSU Honors College.
- She was an avid runner.
- She was an aspiring entrepreneur.
- She was a fashionista.
IV. Final Thought
Ellie Sims’s untimely passing is a stark reminder of the preciousness and fragility of life. Her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew her, and her memory will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to cross her path. As the community grapples with this tragedy, let us come together to support Ellie’s family and friends and to honor her legacy by living our lives with the same kindness, compassion, and determination that she embodied.