Courtney Ann Sanford, 32, known as an accomplished driver, had an unexpected end to a day that had started out as any other. While out and about, she felt a surge of joy when her favorite song, “Happy” by Pharrell Williams, came on the radio. To share her excitement, Courtney took a selfie and commented on it on Facebook with the words, “This song makes me happy!”
That split-second decision proved fatal. Shortly after, Courtney’s vehicle hit a truck at approximately 60 km/h. The force sent her car into a ditch and then into a tree. In the devastating aftermath, her car was engulfed in flames and she was trapped inside.
Sadly, she succumbed to her injuries. When her family was notified, they saw her last Facebook post, which shockingly dated around the time of the incident. Law enforcement confirmed: “The message was posted at 8:33 a.m. We received the emergency call at 8:34 a.m.”
Courtney’s tragic end highlights the dangers of distracted driving. Her story is a sobering reminder: “When you’re behind the wheel, focus on driving; life’s precious moments can wait. Any momentary distraction can lead to irreversible consequences.”