Courtney Ann Sanford, a 32-year-old known for her driving skill, tragically lost her life on what seemed like an ordinary day. While driving, she felt the joy of hearing her favorite song, Pharrell Williams’ “Happy,” on the radio. In a moment of spontaneity, she snapped a selfie and posted it on Facebook with the caption, “This song makes me happy!”
Sadly, this impulsive act had devastating consequences. Moments later, Courtney’s vehicle collided with a truck at approximately 60 km/h, causing her car to veer into a ditch and crash into a tree. The impact resulted in her car catching fire, and she was tragically trapped inside.
Courtney’s family was stunned to learn of the tragic timing of her final Facebook post at 8:33 AM, just one minute before the emergency call came in at 8:34 AM.
This heartbreaking incident underscores the grave dangers of distracted driving. Courtney’s story is a powerful reminder of the importance of staying focused on the road when behind the wheel.
