School district issued warning just hours before teacher died when 'prank' by students went horrifically wrong

A 40-year-old teacher was killed after a group of students' prank went horrifically wrong just hours after the school district warned that such pranks were going 'too far'.

On Friday (March 6), Jason Hughes was ran over by a student who had been at his house with a group of others to throw toilet paper on his property.

Hughes was a math teacher and golf coach at North Hall High School in Hall County, Georgia, and his home had seemingly been targeted as part of so-called 'Junior/Senior Wars'.

Apparently students who took part in the 'wars' would get two points for targeting teachers' houses.

It's thought that Hughes had confronted the teens at his home when he tripped and fell into the road. It's then that Jayden Ryan Wallace reportedly ran over Hughes as he attempted to flee the scene.

Wallace, 18, has since been charged with first-degree vehicular homicide and reckless driving in relation to Hughes' death.

Four other students have been charged with criminal trespass and littering on private property.

Seemingly these 'wars' aren't new, so much so that the school district put a warning out about them in the hours leading up to Hughes' tragic passing.

Hall County School District said in a statement posted on March 5 (per New York Post): "While we understand that prom is a time for celebration and creating lasting memories, we must emphasize the importance of responsible behavior and respect for others and their property."

Jason Hughes, 40, died on March 6 after being struck by a car (Jason Hughes/Facebook)

It continued: "In previous years, some pranks during prom season — sometimes referred to as Junior/Senior Wars — have gone too far, resulting in damage to property.

"We urge all students to refrain from participating in any activities that may cause harm or destruction to school or personal property. Such actions not only reflect poorly on the individual involved but also tarnish the reputation of our schools, families, and community."

Hughes' family has spoken out following his death on Friday and asked that people respect their privacy during this undeniably difficult time.

Hughes was a teacher at North Hall High School in Hall County (Fox 5 Atlanta)

His wife, Laura Hughes, said: "Our family wants to thank the Hall County community for the outpouring of prayers and support and the respect for our privacy as we grieve the loss of Jason.

"We ask that you continue to pray for our family and also for the students involved in the accident, along with their families. Please join us in extending grace and mercy to them as Christ has done for us."

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