Okaloosa Co., FL (April 16, 2025) – A 43-year-old woman from DeFuniak Springs lost her life on Tuesday, April 15, in a traffic accident in Okaloosa County. The Florida Highway Patrol reports the wreck occurred between two vehicles on County Road 393 near Staghorn Road. Reports show the woman was operating an SUV headed north on CR-393 when she turned left onto Staghorn. She was then involved in a collision with another SUV operated by a man from Crestview, age 28. Paramedics pronounced the woman deceased at the scene. The driver of the other vehicle suffered injuries and was airlifted to a hospital in Fort Walton Beach. Police in Okaloosa 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 party.
Florida Traffic Collisions
Every single day, Florida sees over 1,000 reported traffic accidents. These crashes often lead to serious injuries, and, tragically, thousands of lives are lost each year. In a recent year alone, more than 4,000 people were killed in vehicle collisions across the state, marking Florida as one of the most dangerous places to drive in the country.
According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly all auto collisions in the U.S. stem from driver negligence. Common causes include speeding, impaired driving, distracted driving, and fatigue. Every year, over 3 million people suffer injuries in vehicle crashes nationwide, and around 40,000 lose their lives—most of them due to preventable, reckless driving behavior.
If you or someone close to you has been injured in a crash caused by another driver’s negligence, you shouldn’t have to shoulder the financial burden on top of your physical and emotional recovery. Unfortunately, many crash victims face steep medical bills, lost income, and long-term hardships.
Recovering from a serious injury can cost tens of thousands of dollars, not to mention the emotional toll it takes. That’s where a trusted car accident lawyer can step in—fighting to get you the compensation you need for medical care, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
And in the most heartbreaking cases, where a loved one has lost their life in a preventable accident, no amount of money can bring them back, but a wrongful death claim can help provide the financial stability you need while holding the responsible party accountable.
At Neufeld & Kleinberg, our dedicated personal injury attorneys have years of experience supporting Florida families through some of their most difficult moments. In wrongful death cases, we work to recover compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and other damages, so that your focus can remain on healing and honoring your loved one’s memory.
If you’ve lost a loved one in a fatal crash caused by a negligent driver, we are here to help. Reach out to our compassionate Okaloosa County wrongful death attorneys at Neufeld & Kleinberg today by calling (305) 931-6666. We’ll guide you through the process and fight for the justice and compensation your family deserves.
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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