Bailey Cruse, a junior varsity cheerleader at South Paulding High School, got injured following a tragic accident.
Cruse, 16, was born in 2010 to her parents, Erin and Brad Cruse.
She attended South Paulding High School, where she was also a junior varsity cheerleader.
Bailey has stayed away from social media, so little is known about her private life.
Cheerleader Bailey Cruse Passed Away After Suffering An Injury Due To Accident
Bailey Cruse from Paulding County, GA, suffered injury following an accident in February 2026.
The reason behind the accident has not been revealed yet as the investigation is ongoing.
She was later taken to the hospital. Heather Nicole Cruse took to her official Facebook handle and said that the doctors have completed their final round of testing, and there was no response.
Cruse requested prayers for Bailey and her parents.
MORE PRAYERS! Please continue to lift our Bailey up in prayer. We are believing with everything in us for a miracle—that God will move in a mighty way, restore her, and bring our sweet girl back to us. The doctors have completed their final round of testing, and there was no response. Even so, we are holding tightly to faith and asking God to help Bailey stay strong.
Heather Nicole Cruse
She’s getting lots of love and pampering from her girls because we all know she would not forgive us if her nails weren’t looking on point—and we’re playing her favorite music that we know she would want and love.
Please also keep her parents, Brad and Erin, covered in prayers for strength, peace, and comfort during this incredibly difficult time. Thank you all for the continued prayers, love, and support. They truly mean more than words can say. 💙🙏 BradandErin Cruse
Later, Donna L Chapman took to her Facebook and announced that Bailey couldn’t survive the injuries. She wrote,
Bailey is now an Angel in Heaven. She was taken way too soon…..only 16 yrs old. It is really hard to comprehend the “why?” This is a huge shock for all. God had other plans for this precious girl, but so painful for her family and friends left behind. Thank you for your prayers.
Donna L Chapman
Please shift your prayers for Bailey’s Mom, Dad and the rest of her family and friends during this devastating time.
Crystal Stegall, head of training and delivery at B2B Wayfair, also offered heartfelt condolences.
Walking through this door without our sweet Bailey felt impossible. But seeing everyone gathered in her room, celebrating her with so much love, filled my heart in the best way. This is so Bailey. This is how we’ll always remember her — big, bright, and surrounded by love.
Crystal Steagall
Moreover, Meal Train has been organized to help ease the day-to-day burden for the Bailey family, so they can focus on being together, remembering Bailey, and taking care of one another.
The campaign aims to collect $1000, and it has already collected $9,430.
Several close ones and relatives have also poured their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Bailey and her family to stay strong in this difficult time.
Rest in Heaven, Bailey Cruse.
