Escambia Co., FL - Fatal Crash Takes One Life, Injures Another on US Hwy 29

Escambia Co., FL (January 16, 2025) – A fatal traffic accident in Escambia County took one life and injured one other on January 16. At approximately 6:00 a.m., the collision occurred on US Highway 29 when an 83-year-old Brewton man and a 62-year-old Brewton woman were traveling along the highway in a truck about one mile north of Champion Drive. For unknown reasons, their vehicle crossed the median into the northbound lanes and left the roadway on the east shoulder. The driver’s side of the car struck a tree and then the truck overturned, finally coming to rest on its passenger side. The Florida Highway Patrol reports that the male driver lost his life in the accident while the female passenger suffered injuries. Police in Escambia County continue to investigate the details of the crash. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim. We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.

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Escambia Co., FL - Fatal Crash Takes One Life, Injures Another on US Hwy 29Florida car accidents happen frequently. Florida is among the top three states in the US with the most yearly auto collisions. On average, the Sunshine State sees over 400,000 traffic collisions per year. In 2022, over 250,000 people suffered injuries, and over 3,200 lost their lives in Florida car wrecks that same year. 

Unfortunately, the main cause of most of these accidents is driver negligence. Negligent driving is behind over 94% of reported car wrecks in the United States, according to information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In Florida alone, distracted driving is behind over 12% of reported traffic collisions, while running red lights, speeding, and failure to yield are behind over 80-90% of traffic accidents overall. 

When you or someone you love has been hurt in a car crash caused by the actions of a negligent driver, you deserve to be able to recover without worrying about money. You should consider working with a skilled lawyer who can help you recover. A wrongful death attorney in Escambia County can help you file a claim for financial compensation so you can get the help you need to recover. 

If you have lost someone you love in an accident caused by a negligent driver, a wrongful death lawyer can help you file a wrongful death claim for funeral costs and more. Our wrongful death attorneys at Neufeld and Kleinberg, PA, have been helping the family members of loved ones for many years. We will stop at nothing to help you get the financial compensation you deserve after losing a loved one in a tragic accident.

We do not charge any fees upfront and only get paid if you receive financial compensation for the losses and damages you may have endured due to your or your loved one’s recent accident. Call Neufeld and Kleinberg, PA, at (305) 931-6666 to learn how we can help after your life-changing crash.

Note: This article is intended for informational purposes only. Our dedicated team compiles accident news reports using a variety of trusted external sources, such as local news outlets, official police reports, social media updates, and eyewitness statements regarding incidents in Florida. While we strive for accuracy, the facts in this post have not been independently verified by our writers. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Neufeld & Kleinfeld, PA, immediately, and we will promptly address any corrections. Posts can also be removed upon request.

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