A Baton Rouge family is grieving an unimaginable loss after a young couple—who were preparing to marry this year—passed in two separate car accidents just minutes apart on the same Louisiana highway. Alexus Lee, 25, and her fiancé John “JR” Collins, 35, were building a life together with their four‑year‑old son, Gabriel. They had recently purchased a home and were planning a February 2026 wedding. But on May 16, their future was unfortunately taken away. According to the report, Alexus was driving northbound on LA 67 shortly after 2 a.m. when she lost control of her Toyota Highlander. The vehicle veered off the road and overturned. She was not wearing a seatbelt and Passed at the scene. When JR heard the devastating news, he rushed to the location. In his haste, he also lost control of his vehicle. His Chevrolet Camaro left the roadway, struck a tree, and he was </div><div

class="para"> ejected from the car. Like Alexus, he was not wearing a seatbelt and passed at the scene. Their sudden passing has left both families shattered. Their son, Gabriel, is now without his parents, though relatives from both sides have committed to raising him with love and support. JR’s mother shared that Gabriel understands his parents are “asleep and with God,” though he struggles to grasp that he can no longer see or speak to them. A joint celebration of life was held on May 21 in Clinton, Louisiana, where loved ones gathered to honor the couple’s bond, their devotion to each other, and their love for their son. Authorities are using this incident as a reminder of the importance of seatbelt safety and cautious driving. Though their story ended far too soon, Alexus and JR’s legacy lives on through Gabriel and the memories held by those who loved them.