HOLLY SPRINGS, N.C. (WTVD) -- A heartbreaking day for the family of a 14-year-old and the Wake County community after a teenager died when he was hit while riding his bike early Sunday morning.

The principal of Holly Springs High School sent a letter to parents and students informing them that the victim was 9th-grade freshman Max Dunham .

Max's father tells ABC11 he lost his wife a few months ago to cancer and now has to deal with losing his son.

As students head back to class on Monday, the school said in the email, they will have grief resources available to support students dealing with Max's loss.

The message says impart:

"Dear Holly Springs High Families,

It is with great sadness that I write this message to let you know that one of our students, 9th grader Max Dunham died

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