Shaq Covers Jada's Funeral Costs

0:00It's March 19 and Durham, let's get into the news. Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neill has pledged to cover funeral costs for 12-year-old Jada West. She died three days after a fight at a school bus stop in Winston, Georgia on March 5. The student from Mason Creek Middle School suffered a brain injury when our head hit the pavement. The brief fight lasted about 25 seconds and spread quickly on social media. Jada's family said it led to cardiac arrest. This happened off-school grounds in outside school hours, according to the Douglas County School District. Shaq, a 54-year-old father and chief of community relations for the Henry County Sheriff's Office, said the story broke his heart. No parents should bury a child, he noted, and he wants to help ease their pain. The school called Jada upbeat and kind, and they provided counselors for students and staff. Meanwhile, Villa Rika police are investigating her death. They would decide on charges once it's complete. Lawyers for the family pointed to prior reports of bullying.

1:01Douglas County Sheriff Tim Pound said the tragedy affects everyone and communities across Georgia stand with the family. Officers arrived to find paramedics already performing CPR on Jada. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. What is cooler than cool? A pillow that plays your sound, S-O-L-I-SOLI-PILLOW.COM