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Woman Killed in Florida Turnpike Crash After Stolen Truck PIT Maneuver
Suspect charged with murder after fleeing driver strikes victim's vehicle during police pursuit
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Bonnie Bouffard, a longtime medical records worker, was killed near the Sunrise exit on the Florida Turnpike after a fleeing stolen truck struck her vehicle during a law enforcement PIT maneuver attempt. The accused driver, Anna Giza, is charged with murder and several other offenses.
Why it matters
PIT maneuvers, which are used by law enforcement to force a fleeing vehicle to stop, have drawn controversy in recent years due to the potential for serious injuries or deaths. This incident raises questions about the appropriate use of such high-risk tactics, especially in heavy traffic conditions.
The details
According to authorities, a Florida Highway Patrol trooper attempted to stop the fleeing driver by using a PIT maneuver, but during the attempt, the stolen truck struck Bouffard's vehicle. Giza is accused of striking two occupied police vehicles and accelerating toward officers on foot before the fatal crash on the turnpike.
- The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon.
- Giza was arraigned in bond court on Saturday.
The players
Bonnie Bouffard
A longtime medical records worker who was killed in the crash.
Anna Giza
The accused driver who is charged with murder and several other offenses.
Jackie Major
Bouffard's best friend of over 30 years.
What they’re saying
“She was my best friend. A sister. My grandkids called her Aunt Bonnie.”
— Jackie Major, Bouffard's friend (CBS News Miami)
“Bonnie was everything you'd want in a friend. She tried to help people.”
— Jackie Major, Bouffard's friend (CBS News Miami)
“How can you do that in rush hour traffic? How can you put so many lives in danger?”
— Jackie Major, Bouffard's friend (CBS News Miami)
What’s next
A judge has set Giza's bond at $3.5 million. Bouffard's family is traveling from New Jersey to make funeral arrangements, and a celebration of life is pending.
The takeaway
This tragic incident highlights the need for law enforcement agencies to carefully weigh the risks and benefits of using high-speed PIT maneuvers, especially in densely populated areas and heavy traffic conditions, to prevent further loss of innocent life.
