HARRISON COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — An online fundraiser has been created for a young mother who died in a crash in Harrison County on November 11.
Police say 20-year-old Alyssia Sparks, of Lexington, pulled out from a stop sign at Newtown Leesburg Road near Ned's Gas & Deli into the path of a truck traveling on US 62 toward Cynthiana. Sparks was killed, but her 8 to 9-month-old child survived the crash.
The Harrison County Sheriff's Department investigated the crash, which was ruled an accident.
Sparks' family gathered on Tuesday after her funeral, sharing memories of her life.
Jennifer Hernandez, her mother, said Sparks was going to school to become a social worker and loved working with kids.
Sparks' 8-month-old, Alaejah, is safe and left without any injuries from Saturday's crash.
"Alaejah came out with no bruises, no scratches, nothing. She's our miracle baby," he said.
Her family said a complete stranger came to the baby's aid on Saturday night.
"The gentleman got the car seat out of the car and took it to his truck to keep her warm," Hernandez said. "I have no idea who the man is, but I would've really liked to meet him."
The fundraiser will be used to cover funeral and burial expenses for Sparks, as well as assist the family in raising her daughter.
A GoFundMe has been created to cover funeral expenses. Click here if you'd like to donate.
