Last week,
a senior at my school committed suicide.
His
name was Jake Jahn.
You probably don't know who he is,
but he was an amazing guy.
He was headed for greatness.
He recieved a scholarship to Michigan State to study
music.
He was the flute section leader,
and captain of the swim team.
He was an honors student, and was enrolled in many
AP classes
He had a lead role in the school
spring musical.
He drove a black Escort station wagon,
which he decorated to look like the Batmobile.
He was our real-life Batman.
He was accused of stealing a laptop,
and the administration informed him that until they had further
evidence,
he was expelled from school.
They took away his scholarships,
told him he was no longer able to go to senior prom,
participate in the musical,
go to the state band competition,
or attend graduation.
He went home,
and after getting no encouragement from his family,
got into the Batmobile, leaving his phone and
wallet behind.
He drove straight into a cement pillar.
Evidence shows he did not attempt to stop.
The car went up in flames, and his body was unrecognizable.
Our community is greatly affected by the loss of Jake.
Please be in prayer for Jake's family and friends.
This one's for you Jake.
Rest in peace, Batman.