Beloved Hall County Teacher and Coach Victor Vega Dies in Motorcycle Accident on Jesse Jewell Parkway

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Victor Vega, a 54-year-old teacher and coach at East Hall High School in Gainesville, was killed in a motorcycle accident on Jesse Jewell Parkway on Tuesday morning. The Georgia State Patrol reported that Vega's motorcycle collided with a Chevrolet Suburban that failed to yield while making a left turn, resulting in his death despite being rushed to Northeast Georgia Medical Center. The school community is mourning his loss, with a crisis team in place to support students and staff, as Vega was remembered for his dedication to teaching and coaching, as well as his service in the U.S. Air Force.