A tragic accident occurred on Interstate 85 in North Carolina when 32-year-old Courtney Sanford lost her life in a head-on collision moments after posting a Facebook update. At 8:33 a.m., Sanford wrote, “The happy song makes me so HAPPY.” Just a minute later, police were alerted to the crash. Sanford’s car crossed the center reservation, hit a recycling truck, and caught fire.
Authorities found no evidence of speeding, drugs, or alcohol. However, investigations revealed she was taking selfies while driving, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving. Lt. Chris Weisner called the incident a real-life public service announcement, urging drivers to prioritize safety.
The truck driver, 73-year-old John Wallace Thompson, was unharmed. Police stress that a moment of distraction can have fatal consequences, as seen in this heartbreaking reminder of the risks of using phones while driving.
