A tragic crash on Interstate 95 in Georgia has left a husband grieving the loss of his entire family. On April 6, 2025, 27-year-old Reagan Dougan was driving her four young children, ages 9, 4, 2, and 3 months, from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Florida to reunite with her husband when their SUV collided with another vehicle in McIntosh County, just south of Savannah. The impact caused the SUV to flip and burst into flames, leaving Reagan and her children trapped. First responders and bystanders were unable to save them, and all five were pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators are examining the crash, which may have been caused by high speed and sudden lane changes. The other driver sustained minor injuries and is cooperating. DNA testing was required to identify the family due to the severity of the fire.
Reagan, described as a devoted and loving mother, had been planning a fresh start with her husband, Daniel, in Florida. Friends and neighbors have mourned the family, creating memorials and holding vigils. A fundraiser has been launched to help Daniel during this unimaginable loss.
The Dougan children—Liam, Ava, Noah, and baby Ella—were remembered for their unique personalities and joy. Reagan’s final social media post, showing her kids excited for the trip to Florida, now serves as a poignant last memory.
Authorities and safety advocates stress the tragedy as a reminder of the dangers of high-speed travel and the importance of driver awareness. Daniel plans to honor his family by establishing a memorial foundation focused on road safety and support for families affected by similar incidents.
Though their lives were cut tragically short, Reagan and her children are remembered for their love, joy, and the profound impact they had on everyone who knew them.