UGA Crash: Driver Of Other Vehicle 'Heartbroken and Saddened'

ATHENS, GA -- The driver of the second vehicle in an April 27 crash that killed four University of Georgia students has broken her silence.

Abby Short, 27, of Demorest released a statement on the Facebook page of National EMS, her employer.

"Abby Short and her family would like to express to all concerned that we are truly heartbroken and saddened by the loss of precious lives," the statement reads. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to all families involved in the Oconee County accident ... .

"We would appreciate everyone continuing to lift the families up in prayer, and ask that God will give them comfort and peace."

UGA students Kayla Canedo, 19, of Alpharetta, Brittany Feldman, 20, of Alpharetta, Christina Semeria, 19, of Milton and Halle Scott, 19, of Dunwoody, all died in the April 27 crash.

The driver of their vehicle, Agnes Kim, was hospitalized in critical condition and recently transported to the Shepherd Center in Atlanta for treatment for brain injuries.

Police say Kim appears to have lost control of her vehicle in the Oconee County crash, entering Short's lane, where her vehicle was struck in the side.

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Investigators do not believe speed, drugs or alcohol were factors.

Short also was hospitalized for injuries from the wreck.

The statement, posted Wednesday, said Short continues to recover from those injuries. She underwent surgery at Athens Regional Medical Center to repair broken bones in her ankle, it said.

"She is at home with family and close friends surrounding her and providing needed support," the statement said.

The statement goes on to thank Short's co-workers at National EMS, the staff of Athens Regional Medical Center and the Oconee County Sheriff's office and fire department.