In a tragic accident on May 13, a young man's life was cut short on Interstate 75 in north Georgia. A semi truck collided with a sedan and crossed the median, leading to a devastating crash.

The heart of the story: Mason Powell, aged 23, was among the three lives lost in the accident, alongside 50-year-old truck driver William West. Powell was a former standout athlete from Wellington High School with dreams of becoming a firefighter.

• His girlfriend, who was severely injured in the crash, has been released from the hospital and is recovering at home.

The push for change: Following the heartbreaking incident, Powell's family is advocating for increased trucking safety measures. They have teamed up with the Truck Safety Coalition to push for mandatory driver-facing cameras in trucks to enhance road safety.

“We need cameras in every cab to make sure drivers are paying attention to the road,” said family friend Jeff Klusmeier, according to an CBS12 News report.

Powell's family hopes their efforts will lead to better safety regulations and prevent further tragedies, ensuring that no more lives are lost so senselessly.

Community response: A memorial service in honor of Mason Powell will be held on May 22 at Life Church in Wellington, with family and friends gathering to celebrate his life and legacy.