A tragic accident claimed the life of 32-year-old Courtney Sanford in a head-on collision moments after she updated her Facebook status and posted selfies. At 8:33 AM on Thursday, Sanford shared, “The happy song makes me so HAPPY.” Just a minute later, at 8:34 AM, authorities were alerted to a fatal crash.
Sanford had been driving alone on Interstate 85 in North Carolina when her vehicle veered across the median and collided with a recycling truck. Her car caught fire, while the truck was forced off the road. Fortunately, the truck’s driver, 73-year-old John Wallace Thompson, escaped unharmed. Investigators found no signs that speed, drugs, or alcohol were involved in the incident.
Friends of Sanford, who noticed her final Facebook post, informed the police. High Point Police Department’s Lt. Chris Weisner emphasized the dangers of distracted driving, calling the incident “a real-life public service announcement.” He stated, “In a matter of seconds, a life was lost just to share a moment of happiness. It’s simply not worth the risk. Drivers need to stay focused on the road.”