Unborn Child Dies Following Early Morning Crash On Highway 29 In Cantonment

Fatal Crash on Highway 29 in Cantonment

An unborn child died following a two-vehicle accident early Sunday morning on Highway 29 in Cantonment, authorities reported. The collision occurred around 2:30 a.m. near the intersection with West Roberts Road.

Details of the Incident

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a woman driving a sedan was traveling south when her vehicle collided with a pickup truck heading north. The pregnant driver sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where medical staff confirmed the unborn child did not survive.

The truck’s driver, a man from Molino, suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene. Traffic along Highway 29 remained partially closed for several hours as investigators examined the crash site.

Investigation

Troopers are investigating the cause of the collision and whether factors such as speed or impairment may have contributed to the accident. No charges had been filed as of Sunday evening.

"This is a heartbreaking case," said a spokesperson for the Florida Highway Patrol. "Our investigators are working to determine exactly what happened."

Community Response

Local residents nearby reported hearing the crash and quickly called 911. Several offered support to the family involved, while others expressed concern over frequent accidents on that stretch of Highway 29.

Author summary: A pre-dawn crash on Highway 29 in Cantonment left a pregnant woman seriously injured and resulted in the tragic death of her unborn child, with investigation ongoing.

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NorthEscambia.com NorthEscambia.com — 2025-11-30

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