One Killed, Three Injured in High-Speed Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 29 in Escambia County

A devastating two-vehicle crash in Escambia County, Florida, claimed one life and left three others critically and seriously injured on Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).

The crash occurred around 8:10 p.m. near Woodbury Circle, involving a passenger car and an SUV.

Troopers reported that a sedan driven by a 28-year-old Pensacola woman was traveling southbound at a high rate of speed when it crossed the median and entered the path of a northbound SUV. The two vehicles collided violently, causing catastrophic damage.

The passenger of the sedan, a 30-year-old Cantonment man, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the sedan was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital in critical condition.

The SUV’s occupants, a 72-year-old man and a 70-year-old woman from Flomaton, Alabama, were both rushed to Sacred Heart Hospital with serious injuries, according to FHP.

Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, including whether speed, distraction, or impairment played a role.

Legal Rights and Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Car Accident

When a crash results in death or severe injuries, families and victims may have the right to pursue civil claims for compensation under Florida law.

Depending on the investigation’s outcome, the family of the deceased passenger and the injured victims may be able to file claims for negligence, wrongful death, or personal injury against the at-fault driver or other responsible parties.

Key Legal Avenues May Include:

• Wrongful Death Claims under the Florida Wrongful Death Act (§768.16–§768.26), allowing surviving family members to seek compensation for funeral expenses, loss of income, emotional pain, and loss of companionship.
• Personal Injury Claims for surviving victims to recover for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
• Potential Third-Party Liability, such as claims against vehicle manufacturers for defects, or against bars or restaurants if alcohol was a factor (Florida’s Dram Shop Law, §768.125).

Even if the driver responsible is also among the injured, Florida’s comparative negligence law (§768.81) allows for partial recovery of damages if multiple parties share fault.

While FHP conducts the official investigation, it’s often crucial for victims’ families to hire a wrongful death or personal injury attorney to conduct an independent accident reconstruction. This can help determine:

• Vehicle speed and positioning before impact
• Whether distraction or impairment was involved
• Whether road design or lighting played a role
• The full extent of losses and available insurance coverage

Such evidence is vital to building a strong case and holding negligent parties accountable.

At Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm, we represent families who have lost loved ones and survivors recovering from catastrophic injuries across Florida.

Our attorneys have handled hundreds of complex auto and wrongful death cases, securing millions for clients through detailed investigation and relentless advocacy. We cover all case expenses upfront and work entirely on a contingency-fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win.

If you or a loved one has been affected by a serious crash in Escambia County, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation.