MCINTOSH COUNTY, GA – A tragic accident on Interstate 95 claimed the lives of a North Carolina mother and her four children early Thursday morning. The devastating collision occurred around 6 a.m., approximately 45 miles south of Savannah.
Authorities identified the deceased as 27-year-old Reagan Duggan and her children, aged 9, 4, 2, and 3 months. The family was traveling in a Jeep Grand Cherokee when the vehicle collided with a white Infiniti sedan, according to state troopers.
Witnesses reported seeing the SUV speeding before the crash. Moments later, they observed an explosion, which left the Jeep completely engulfed in flames by the time emergency responders arrived.
The force of the impact suggests that the SUV struck the sedan from behind, state troopers said. The sedan suffered significant damage to its rear, while the front of Duggan’s SUV bore the brunt of the collision.
Local authorities and first responders worked tirelessly at the scene, but sadly, no lives could be saved. The aftermath of the accident left the vehicles charred and unrecognizable, marking a somber scene on the busy highway.
The tragedy has left the North Carolina community in mourning, with family and friends devastated by the sudden loss. The victims were well-known in their local area, and the news has rippled through the community, leaving many in shock.
Georgia State Patrol is conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident, including why the SUV was traveling at such a high speed. The findings of the investigation will be crucial in understanding the full circumstances of this heartbreaking incident.
As the investigation continues, the family and community are left to grieve the loss of five precious lives, hoping for answers and closure in the days to come.