21-MONTH-OLD NYXAILIA HINTON DIES AFTER BEING STRUCK BY CAR AT TENNESSEE PUMPKIN PATCH — FAMILY DEMANDS ANSWERS

Her family had expected to make happy autumn memories. Instead, they are now mourning a little girl whose life ended far too soon.

A Tennessee family is grieving the heartbreaking loss of 21-month-old Nyxailia Hinton, who died after being struck by a car during a visit to a pumpkin patch in Sevierville.

The toddler was at a pumpkin patch on Happy Hollow Lane when she fell and was hit by a vehicle driven by a family friend, according to the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office.

She suffered severe injuries and was rushed to the hospital, where doctors fought to save her. Her mother, Peandra Hinton, said the little girl suffered a fractured skull and ribs and needed a blood transfusion.

Despite medical efforts, Nyxailia died from her injuries.

The circumstances surrounding the incident have left her family devastated and searching for answers.

HER MOTHER SAYS THE TRIP WAS NOT AUTHORIZED

In an interview with local television station WVLT, Peandra said her daughter had been with a babysitter who took her to the pumpkin patch.

The mother said she had not given permission for the outing and did not know the people Nyxailia was with that day.

According to the report, it was the babysitter’s mother who contacted Peandra to tell her about the accident.

The babysitter’s identity has not been publicly released, and investigators have not announced any criminal charges.

The Sevier County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the child fell and was struck by a vehicle driven by a family friend. However, authorities have not publicly provided further details about exactly how the incident unfolded.

“SHE JUST LIT UP THE ROOM”

For Peandra, the hardest part of the tragedy has been waking up each morning without hearing her daughter’s voice.

Remembering Nyxailia, she described a little girl whose presence could brighten even the most difficult day.

“She just lit up the room,” Peandra told WVLT. “If you were having a bad day, you see Zayla, she’s gonna turn it all around.”

Her words offered a glimpse of the joy Nyxailia brought to the people around her.

At just 21 months old, she had so much of childhood ahead of her — birthdays to celebrate, toys to discover, new words to learn and countless memories still waiting to be made.

Instead, her family is now preparing to say goodbye.

FAMILY CALLS FOR JUSTICE AS INVESTIGATION CONTINUES

Nyxailia’s father and other relatives have spoken publicly about their grief and their desire for accountability.

“We want justice for her,” her father told WVLT.

The family is also facing the difficult task of arranging funeral services while trying to understand how the tragedy happened.

The Sevier County Sheriff’s Office said the incident remains under investigation. As of the latest reports, no charges had been announced.

Authorities have not publicly determined whether anyone will face criminal responsibility.

A FAMILY LEFT WITH MEMORIES

The loss of a child is a pain no parent should have to endure.

For Nyxailia’s family, the memories of her smile and the happiness she brought into their lives are now among the things they hold closest.

Her mother had expected to watch her daughter grow, celebrate milestones and experience all the little moments that make up childhood.

Now, the family is asking for answers while grieving a little girl who was not even two years old.

Nyxailia Hinton was only 21 months old. Her life was brief, but the love her family has for her will remain.