Woman Killed in Freak Florida Pool Crash

65-year-old Massachusetts resident struck by SUV while sunbathing

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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A 65-year-old woman from Massachusetts was tragically killed earlier this month in Fort Pierce, Florida when a driver lost control of their vehicle, crashing through hedges and fencing before striking the woman as she was sunbathing near a pool. Police say the driver may have suffered a medical episode, causing the horrific accident.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the unpredictable and tragic nature of freak accidents, as well as the importance of pool safety and the need for further research into medical emergencies that may impair driving ability.

The details

According to reports, Anastasia 'Stacey' Fiona Ullman of Hanover, Massachusetts was in Florida caring for her mother when the incident occurred on February 7th. The 38-year-old driver of a Jeep Grand Cherokee lost control of the vehicle, which left the roadway and crashed through hedges and fencing before entering the pool area where Ullman was sunbathing. Ullman became trapped under the SUV and was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • The incident occurred on February 7, 2026.
  • Ullman was pronounced dead at the scene.

The players

Anastasia 'Stacey' Fiona Ullman

A 65-year-old woman from Hanover, Massachusetts who was killed in the freak accident while sunbathing near a pool in Florida.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Driver

A 38-year-old driver who may have suffered a medical episode, causing them to lose control of their vehicle and crash into the pool area where Ullman was located.

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What they’re saying

“It was very horrible and also a freak accident, like lightning striking. It was awful and surreal.”

— Trigg Routh, Neighbor (wbal.com)

“I'm screaming on the phone to the 911 operator, thinking if I scream louder, they'll get an ambulance here faster. But it was awful.”

— Trigg Routh, Neighbor (wbal.com)

What’s next

Police are still investigating the cause of the medical episode that led to the driver losing control of the vehicle. The name and condition of the driver have not been released.

The takeaway

This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of pool safety and the need for further research into medical emergencies that may impair driving ability. It also highlights the unpredictable nature of freak accidents and the devastating impact they can have on families and communities.