Rest in peace: Miss Alabama Zo

Rest in peace: Miss Alabama Zoe Sozo Bethel dead at 27

Miss Alabama Zoe Sozo Bethel passed away on 18 February just eight days after she was involved in an accident.

Rest in peace: Miss Alabama Zo

Miss Alabama Zoe Sozo Bethel lost her life on Friday 18 February, eight days after meeting in a car accident, her family confirmed via her Instagram account. 

MISS ALABAMA DEAD AT 27 

Miss Alabama Zoe Sozo Bethel met in an accident on 10 February. Her family took to social media to share that she “sustained severe damage to her brain/brainstem,” and was in a coma after the accident. The details surrounding the accident are undisclosed.

“Zoe had an accident Thursday night, February 10th and sustained severe damage to her brain/brainstem & is in a coma. Unfortunately the doctors are saying the damage cannot be repaired & that she may not have much time left. We are praying for God’s will to be done, regardless of what that may look like,” read a statement by the family.

The family has since confirmed her death on 18 February at 05:30 in Miami, Florida.

“On Friday, February 18, 2022, at approximately 5:30AM Eastern time in Miami, Florida, our beloved Zoe Sozo Bethel passed from this life into the next as a result of succumbing to her injuries,” read a statement from her family. 

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THE FAMILY RELEASES A STATEMENT 

The family of Zoe released a statement via her Instagram account where they asked for her followers to send their prayers. A GoFundMe account was also set up to cover funeral costs and medical expenses.

“Zoe touched the hearts of many people and was actively affiliated with several organizations and groups namely, she was the current Miss Alabama (for America Strong), a political commentator for RSBN, a Brand Ambassador for Turning Point USA, and Liberty University’s Falkirk Center. She was also a spokeswoman for Students for Life and affiliated with Project Veritas,” read a statement from the family. 

“At this time of bereavement, effectual and fervent prayers are solicited for the family members, and the family asks that their privacy wishes be honored and respected,” the statement continued.

“The family members sincerely appreciate all of the kind words and expressions of love for Zoe,” the statement added.

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