Massachusetts Woman Killed in Florida Jeep Crash

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A 65-year-old Massachusetts woman was killed on Saturday in Fort Pierce, Florida when a Jeep Grand Cherokee crashed through a residential pool area and struck her while she was sunbathing. The driver, a 38-year-old woman, may have suffered a medical episode that caused her to lose control of the vehicle.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the risks that pedestrians face from out-of-control vehicles, even in seemingly safe residential areas. It also raises questions about driver health and safety protocols, as well as the need for improved safety measures to protect people in their own homes.

The details

According to police reports, the Jeep driver went off the roadway, crashed through hedges and fencing, and entered the residential pool area where Anastasia Fiona Allman was sunbathing. The Jeep struck Allman, trapping her beneath the vehicle. Allman was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver was transported to a local hospital and has since been released in stable condition. Authorities believe the driver may have suffered a medical episode that led to the crash.

• The incident occurred around 2:10 p.m. on February 7, 2026.

What’s next

The Fort Pierce Police Department said the incident is still under investigation.