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4 North Escambia Residents Seriously Injured In Crash
December 4, 2010
Four Cantonment and Molino residents were seriously injured in a wreck Friday night on Pine Forest Road in Cantonment.
The Florida Highway Patrol said Daniel Lamar Brown, 37, of Molino was southbound on Pine Forest Road near Copper Ridge Road in a 1998 Ford pickup when he crossed the center line and entered the northbound lane into the path of another pickup at 8:46 p.m. Friday.
Brown and his passenger, Judy Renee McCrory, 64, of Cantonment, were seriously injured when they were ejected from their truck. The driver of that truck and passenger Kyle Mason Driver, 18, of Cantonment, were trapped in their vehicle. Firefighters were forced to use the Jaws of Life to free them. Both were listed in critical condition. The FHP has identified the driver of the second truck has having the last name Porter, with an unknown first name and age.
Driver was transported by LifeFlight to Sacred Heart Hospital, while Brown and Porter were transported by ambulance to Sacred Heart. McCrory was transported by ambulance to Baptist Hospital.
Charges and alcohol results are pending in the crash. None of the four victims were wearing seat belts, according to the FHP.
For more photos from the scene, click here.
The Pine Forest Road and Copper Ridge intersection is between West Roberts Road and Nine Mile Road, near the Pine Forest Assembly of God Church.
Pictured above and below: For North Escambia residents were injured in this two vehicle wreck Friday night on Pine Forest Road at Copper Ridge Road. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Smith, click to enlarge.
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Well folks, Rhen got to go home last night! We serve an AWESOME GOD & without him, no one would have made it. I know that there is a SPECIAL purpose and reason for all of this for each and everyone involved. Rhen now has the long journey of therapy and rehab and only time (prayers & faith) will lead him forward. I just want to again thank all for the prayers, love & support ~ that is what helped us to make it through. I would never want ANY family to go through this. Mrs. Brown, you have a special place in my heart. All our famlies (Kyle’s too) have been through enough ~ let’s get these boys well!
Aunt Marguritte Cook on December 22,2010
We have been praying for you,Danny. We have been praying for the other
people in the accident,also.I pray that each one of you will have a good recovery
soon. We all love you verry much,and will continue to pray for you all.
love always,
Aunt Marguritte, Uncle James, Daryl,Wade,Joanie
im so happy that my lil brother kyle made it out of this .God had his hands on both of them. rhen is doing so much better hope he gets outta tha hosp. soon are prayers go out to him .love u kyle..
love always
ur big sister heather
Thank you for updating us on Danny. We spoke with his mother last night at the meeting. She appears to be equally strong! So glad to hear something positive for him. Hope the other young men continue to progress in their recoveries. Many thoughts and prayers go out to everyone!
Scouts will not meet again until January so if there is any further news on Danny’s recover and you have time we would love to hear from you. Take care during the holidays!
just talked to my sister in law an she said Danny woke up today an squeezed her hand an shook his head a couple times when she ask him a question she said that maybe by the end of the week if he is doing good an breathing on his on they will take him off the ventilator an move him out of ICU to a room thank god for answered prayers an was glad to here that kyle was home an everyone keep praying for all the boys
the DR’s were keeping Danny in a medical induced coma last week they tried to bring him out but he would not respond he did open his eyes one time but nothing else then got word today that he opened his eyes again. so everyone just keep praying for him and the others that were in this terrible accident
Joanie on December13,2010
I am so sorry to hear about this accident. I pray that each person in this accident will make a good recovery, and the families will be strong. We love you,Danny.
your cousin,
joanie
Kyle was released last night, but still has a long road ahead of him. He still has staples in various areas of his body and can not walk on his left leg at all. He is on a walker right now trying to push himself into getting better, but his facial appearance is bothering him pretty badly, but hopefully we can get that fixed over time. He has to start physical therapy which is very painful with fractured ribs & pelvis, calapsed lung and broken femur that was replaced with a metal rod & broken knee. We are praying for everyone to have a speedy recovery, but I must say that me and my family have been blessed that Kyle is still with us! Thank You God!!!! I hope everyone else involved in this situation gets the same blessing as my family has!
We are keeping Danny and all those involved in our thoughts and prayers. Glad to hear Danny is still hanging on. He seems like a very strong person. Hope to hear more positive on him in the coming days as well as the rest of the individuals.
there is still no change in Danny’s condition still in coma and on life support everyone just keep praying for all the one’s involved an their family’s
Thank you for the update on Danny. I know there is a lot going on right now for everyone. Chris and I appreciate your taking the time to update us.
Danny really seems like a wonderful person, from the conversations we have had with him at the weekly meetings and at camp. We are pulling for him and all those involved in the accident. Please keep us updated, as time will allow.
Kyle is still in a lot of pain & can not walk on his own yet. He still has trouble breathing and is trying very hard to cope with the pain of physical therapy & the painful exercises they are having him do to build up his lung or they will have to put the tube back into his lung. He is worried sick about his friend Rhen and wants to see Rhen, but understands he can’t right now. Please keep praying for both of these boys as both of them are dear to us all and still have a battle ahead of them. Rhen 10-10, I keep praying for you buddy & hope you know we all are waiting patiently to be able to talk to you & let you know we have been at the hospital everyday checking on you. We love you both. Kyle’s Mom & family
Another night….. we made it! No changes, still running a fever, he had to have 2 units of blood yesterday…. he is weak but he is SUCH A STRONG TROOPER! Each day we make is a blessing – he is just holding on. He is no where near ready for any of the multiple surgeries ahead. His pelvis is is SERIOUS need of surgery but we can’t keep him stable enough to do it. Thanks to each of you for the prayers and support – it is what has kept us going! Kyle is making a WONDERFUL come-back, as will Rhen & continue to pray for Danny & his family – he still has a long road ahead! Bless each of you as we are blessed to have you all in our lives!!!!!
(Danny)
everyone just keep praying they were gonna do a MRI yesterday but he was still to weak an he has neumoia now
Terrible for all families involved. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone. Glad to hear positive things about the boys. We know Danny from weekly CubScout meetings. Does anyone have any information on how he is doing?
Kyle has been moved to Progressive Care and is battling his aches & pains, but is a trooper. He has a lot of love from the people that know him and prayers as well. God has blessed us by letting Kyle & Rhen live through this. Rhen, keep fighting buddy! I know you can win this battle. Don’t give up. We are all praying for you and both of your recoverings. You both have a long road of pain ahead, but you can do it. Kyle, baby, I love you and hope you know that I am here by your side through all of this. You won’t be alone. I love you! Mom
Prayers do work. Kyle is now off of life support and being moved into ICU. Rhen has continually been running a fever and is still very critical. Please, please keep praying for all of these involved and the families.
they took Danny off life support monday cause he was breathing on his own but they had to put him back on it again cause he stopped breathing they tried to bring him out of the coma the DR ask him to blink his eyes but he did nothing. an then yesterday he did open his eyes but nothing else. but glad to here that one of the boys is off life support everyone just keep praying for all of them to make it through this it is gonna be a long hard road ahead but thank god we still have them all
I got a call fron Kyles Aunt this PM and Kyle is off life support and breathing on his own, Rhen is still on life support keep them in your prayers….
I was checking the article ever so often for the updates as how the people involved were doing, but not anymore. I belong to a church and do NOT read northescambia for my daily bible reading. Hope y’all do ok.
AND FOR THE BROWN FAMILY…MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YALL TO…I REALLY HATE THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED….NO DESERVES THIS AT THIS TIME OF THE YEAR OR REALLY AT ANY TIME…..GOD BLESS ALL
OMG……RHONDA, GIRL MY HEART STOP WHEN I HEARD THIS….MY PRAYERS ARE WITH RHEN…..HE’S A VERY BLESSED YOUNG MAN ..AND MY HEART GOES TO YOU…I HEAR IF YOU NEED ME…LOVE YA….
Thanks Leigh Ann….. Your family is such a blessing to all of us and they mean the world to us…. Your Mom was wonderful and I am SO thankful she was there for me! Thank each of you for all of the prayers – we feel them all! Love you guys!
We are praying for those involved in this crash. As a Christian, my heart is broken to read some of the things that are purposely posted here to “put somebody out there”. If you truly wish for any person involved to learn a lesson through a tragedy, you would keep harmful comments to yourself and just pray for that person or persons. You should also remember that we are all sinners ROMANS 3:23, ROMANS 3:10. We all have to come to salvation through the same blood. People can be classified into two categories: 1) SAVED sinners 2) LOST sinners. It is the will of God that everyone fall under the first category 2 PETER 3:9, and his wrath will pour out on those who (at the time of Jesus’ return) fall under the second category. Nevertheless, until that time, God is a HOLY God full of love, mercy, and grace. We, as Christians, who are serving the Lord should be portraying that love, mercy, and grace. If you look up the noun for the word Christian in the dictionary, you will find this…. – a person who exemplifies in his life or her life the teachings of Christ. Do our lives exemplify the teachings of Christ? Certainly not when we are tearing others down. This is a time of saddness for the families involved. You may see the outward displays of sin in a person’s life, but others also see the outward displays of sin in our own lives. God looks on a man’s heart. 1 SAMUEL 16:7 The Bible does say we will know a tree by the fruit she bears, and I am not suggesting that you should not witness to those around you. The manner in which you do so however, may result in their acceptance or non acceptance. Please PRAY THINGS THROUGH, not think things through, before you say or write them. My prayer is that God will have mercy on all of those involved, that He will bless, lift up, encourage, and give strength to the family member and loved ones of these four victims, and that He will use the prayers, words, and encouragement from Christians and the promises from HIS Word (the Bible) to bring salvation to those who are in need of it. We are ALL in need of salvation from a Holy God.
Praying for each and every person that was involved in this accident…and thats just what it was…an ACCIDENT!! Love you Stef!! Hoping Danny comes out of this!
Rhonda, Ryan & The family of Rhen Scott Porter ;
I love you guys so much, & ive been prayin so hard for Rhen.
Me & Rhen might of had our differences in the past couples years, But i love him to death.
No matter what, i wont stop prayinn!
Rhen is very strong, and i know he will come outta this, no doubt about it.
&& Kyle too!
These boys are so strong & will have a long recovery but everythin will be fine.
& Ryan i love you & ill always be here for you, No matter what!
I hope to visit Rhen & yall soon.
I love you guys.
STAY STRONG RHENNY TIN TIN !!!
Why in the world are you ppl even answering back to stupid ppl who
make comments at a time like this with absolutely no evidence that
there was alcohol involved or that these boys aren’t Christians? Geesh!
Don’t you have more important issues and things to do with your time?
Ignore them….
To the four involved..
God be with you….
Rhen is still hanging on…. He has a LONG, LONG journey ahead! He is a AWESOME young man with a GREAT personality – just come by 30 to 45 minutes before visitation and see the young people come flocking in for him and Kyle. Rhen was to have surgery on his foot this morning but the swelling was too bad – gonna try for it next week…… He is one sick boy – just about everything inside is damaged. Each day is a blessing and that is all we can strive for now. Thanks to all of the Well-Wishers & the heck with the ones that just had to make something out of something that had NOTHING to do with this wreck! Rhens truck odometer is stuck @ 45 m.p.h. – neither one were drinking (got the results back) and we never even thought they were – only some people with no life that make up their own lies said something about it. Until you have to go through something like this, you will not understand that STUPID people don’t count & anyone that is SOMEONE is there for the right reasons with true support that helps get us through!!!
AGAIN, THANK YOU SO MUCH EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU THAT TOOK TIME TO SEND YOUR SPECIAL MESSAGES….. It is truly a blessing to us!
Molino resident….Just because Kyle might not be sitting in YOUR CHURCH being the type of CHRISTIAN you think you are or that you think he should be does not mean that he does not have love for the Lord. He has the most loving and giving heart of any young man that I know. “Let he who has not sinned be the first to cast a stone.” I think that it is offensive that you should be making statements like that at a time like this. If you would have been at the hospital the night of the accident and seen all of the young friends that showed up in support of Kyle and Rhen you may see in a different light who these two boys really are. Your prayers and that of your churches are greatly appreciated however the family does not appreciate these type of comments. This is a very difficult and emotional time for us all.
KYLE I KNEW WHEN YOU WAS BORN YOU WAS GOING TO BE A STRONG MAN ONE DAY WELL HERE THAT DAY IS AND YOU ARE VERY STRONG AND WITH THE GOOD LORD HOLDING YOUR HAND YOU ARE GOING TO COME THROUGH THIS. LOTS OF GODS PEOPLE IS PRAYING SO HURRY UP SO YOU CAN THANK THE LORD YOURSELF. ME YOUR DAD LORI YOUR STEPMOM AND YOUR BROTHER TYLER AND CORY LOVE YOU WITH ALL OUR HEART. RHEN YOUR STRONG ALSO AND LOTS OF PEOPLE PRAYING FOR YOU BUDDY WE LOVE YOU AND THE OTHER TWO PEOPLE MAY GOD BE WITH YOU BOTH AND OUR PRAYERS GO OUT
To ABC………that was not a self-righteous statement. That is the truth. My church was praying for all of them yesterday. I hope God lets Kyle live so he can start living for God, This area could use a few more Christian boys.
any updates on Rhen
To Molino Resident, ” God has a way of getting your attention. I hope Kyle starts living for God now! That certainly was a very self righteous statement……….and this is really not the time for judgements. Even though you probably meant well.
Stephanie exactly what all has Danny got to deal with, there has been nothing said about his injuries.
…..God has a way of getting your attention. I hope Kyle starts living for God now!
The female in the accident has 18 broken ribs but does not need any surgeries. Today will be a critical day for Danny I know. I don’t know about the other two victims. Please pray that Danny is able to come out of sedation okay and continue to pray for the other two victims in ICU.
Danial was in the other truck they did surgery on his legs again yesterday and both legs are in cast he is still in a coma but hope with every day he gets better they don’t know about any brain damage yet till he wakes up but we pray there will be none they say he will have to learn to walk again so it will be a long road ahead of him and the other boys but thank god they are all still here with us and the female in the truck has anyone heard how she is doing well everyone continue to pray and let god do his work
Praying for everyone……..keep me updated..
Have Kyle and Rhen in our prayers, continual thoughts for them throughout waking hours…..Appreciate regular updates, . however has anyone any news of the two in the other vehicle?
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the families. May God watch over all of you and give you strengh today and the days ahead.
Thank you for the prayers for our nephew Rhen Porter and his friend Kyle:)
We ask that you continue to pray for these boys injured organs to cease the internal bleeding and begin to heal. I also ask that you pray for their parents and family, that they be given and strength and peace to handle having a child involved with this many different injuries.
Thank you Readers, To God be the Glory.
We Love You Rhen Porter
This is Rhen’s aunt and thought I would let you know that he underwent surgery again today and it was to close him up. The organs are slowly healing. His Dr will not use the word good because he has a long healing time ahead but he did say the way he is healing was a micro-step in the right direction. It is so great to see how many people love these boys. They have been friends since grade school and have been through a lot. God has been with them in the past and I know that God will get them through this.
Hey Kyle, that was one horrific crash and you fought through it. You have always been there for me and I’ll always be there for you. You are a very special cousin to me. We have been praying and thinking of you. I love you very much alot ! I had alot of fun at Thanksgiving. I was worried sick when I found out the news and started crying. Tootsie is really up set too. Hope to see you soon.
Jordan(: xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Sharon,
Just want you to know, we are praying for Kyle and hope he recovers soon!! Along with the other 3 victims!
Lisa, Hilary and Austin
Great news to hear the boys are expected to do ok. Does anyone know about the other individuals involved? Any updates on them?
Got word today that both boys should make a full recovery however it is going to be a long process. Thank you to everyone for continual prayers. It is a miracle that any of these individuals survived. God has blessed us with these gifts. Please keep praying.
Rhen and Kyle our hopes and prayers are with both of you and your families at this time i love you both so much and i know you guys can pull through there are alot of us out here who need you guys im looking forward to seeing you back at my house smiling and hanging out with the rest of all of us again sitting around the fire and talking like old times. Get well soon boys!
Me And rhen go way back and I love that boy with all my heart and I know he can make it through this he is strong and an amazing person , I didn’t know kyle well but prayers are being sent out , I love you rhen and I’m prayin for you.
With everyone in such a rush during the Holiday season … “None of the four victims were wearing seat belts, according to the FHP.” BUCKLE UP PEOPLE ~ in case you forgot its the LAW and could very well save your life.
I don’t know any of the people involved, but my prayers are with ALL of the people involved AND their families!!!! No matter how or why it happened, EVERYONE (patients, and their families) has got to be in a tremendous amount of pain. Let’s pray for everyone.
I thought I recognized one of the names in the story…..
I think that it is very distastful that a person would insinuate anything in regards to this accident. Kyle and Rhen had just left Kyles mothers to go meet a friend who was getting off of work. They had not been drinking. These types of comments are very hurtful to those involved. People should stick to the facts and not assume. Both Kyle and Rhen are still in critical condition and on life support. The prognosis is good for Kyle but he has a very long recovery ahead of him. Rhen is very critical and I will leave it to his family to report any conditions as I do not feel it my place to do. Just know that all parties involved and their families need many many prayers. I do not know the condition of the other parties.
Kyle,
You are my hero and have my heart. You have fought so many battles and have won them. Like a warrior, you will fight this one and win it too. God has so many plans for you so this life is not finished with you yet. Fight very hard. Uncle Greye, Jordan and I have always been there for you and we will be with you through this too. We are praying for you, Rhen and the others involved in this accident. I can’t wait to see those beautiful blue eyes when they open and to hear your voice. There are so many people who love you and are praying for you. Hang in there. We have a lot of jet skiing and kayaking to do…It is just all waiting for you and so are we. LOVE YOU VERY MUCH.
Rhen and Porter family,
We are good friends with Tammie and the boys. We are so sorry for this very hard time you all are facing. We are praying for you all and trusting God to show His power, grace, and healing in the days to come.
Prayers,
Dave and Wendy Meredith
Kyle and family,
Chase was in the yard last night and heard the crash at the end of Green Hills Rd, he called 911 and went down to the end of the road, when he got there the emergency personnel were on the scene. We had no idea Kyle was one of the injured. We are praying for you Kyle, we are trusting God to heal you and to give your family strength through this very trying time. Kyle, God loves you and has a purpose for your life. I know you have been through many trials in your young life and now this. God has brought you and your family through sad times and will bring you through another. Keith, we are here for you and the girls day or night. Isaiah 41:10 says, ”
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. ” We are praying for you and loving you!!!
Your neighbors,
Dave and Wendy Meredith
dear kyle this is miss debbie just remember that like i always told you you cant give god a surprise party there is nothing going on that he doesnt already know about he loves you so much and he wants you to know that i have watched you grow up i dont know if you know but u can thank sarah for u being born you see your mom fell in love with sarah when she was a baby and that made her want another baby and that baby was you so you see that make you kinda my kid to lol but just know accidents happen that is all part of life it is what we do with that and what kind of person that it makes us that matters i know that u have a rough road ahead for a while but you are strong and very loved by so many more than you will ever know you will be ok maybe god is just trying to get your attention or maybe corys just let god us you for what ever purpose and in the end it will be worht it i promise everybody here says hello and hurry up and get well we love you from donnie me candice and sarah and little autumn
latest new’s on Daniel the driver of the 98 ford he is still in a coma and his has collapsed lungs an they are doing surgery on his leg again tomorrow an my prayers go out to all the other family’s. an does any one know the condition of the female that was taken to baptist hospital
is there any update on any of their conditions? Praying for them and their family….
Johnny & Rhonda,
We are so sorry to hear about your son. If there is anything at all we can do, please stop by the house & let me know.
-Jackie
Rhonda,Rhen is in my prayers,Hes a fighter call me if u need anything…i;ll even go feed up for u and johnny…..just call….Rhens angel is watching over him….Michael said to tell u he loves ya….and for Rhen to fight like hell……
How terrible around the holiday time, anytime for that matter. My prayers are with everyone. Alcohol results pending, not a good situation.
Rhen is one of my best friends . He better fight like hell to make it out . I love that boy to death . &Imma be w/ him every step of the way . i’m also prayin for kyle & the other 2 ..
Sandra! No one said anyone was drinking and driving??? Where did that come from??? No need to imply that sort of thing…
Kyle and rhen I am praing deeply for both of ou. Kyle we all love you and you WILL make it through this! I was so happy when I saw you last night and I didn’t know it was you in this wreck till I got on here. Rhen I just met you but I am praying for you as well. Lots of prayers going up for you two boys and the others involved as well. Love you! Matthew and kathy
Please….never drink and drive.
my prayers are with you both.The both of you are young and strong! Hang in there
My prayers are with you both! The both of you are young and strong hang in there.Rhonda you hang in there.
Kyle & Rhen,
We had so much fun last night and this is such a shame. I love you two so much and Gosh, Kyle, I miss you with all my heart. You are my baby and I can’t help but pray to God that he stands beside you. I don’t know what I would do if anything happen to you. You are my sunshine everyday. I love you! You and Rhen hang in there together. I love you both. Mom
Rhonda Knowles Lawson the mother of Rhen says that the nurse was here – told him he has visitors and he opened his eyes & looked at me… I do believe he recognized me – I know THAT look! Waiting on the trama team & gonna go ffrom there…..
(this was two hours ago so there is still alot of waiting… please keep praying
Porter’s first name is Wren (spelling could be off).
Ya’ll please keep these two boys in your prayers cause its not looking very good. They aren’t expecting one to make it and the other won’t be out of the woods for a while. these boys and their families need all the prayers we can send.
The other driver is Rhen Porter
The other kids name is rhen porter
he is 18
his name is Rhen Porter. I hope he is doing ok !
Does anyone know the first name of Porter. Everyone just needs to pray for these people
I hate that this happened to Kyle and the other three. Kyle has been through so much lately that he deserves a break. I seriously hope he is okay and comes through this with minimal damage! I will continue to pray that God brings him and his family through this quickly!
Our prayers are with the victims and families of this terrible wreck. God is with you and will sustain all of you as you live through this awful time.
>> Sorry, William, but I’m a little confused…both trucks were southbound? Looks more like a head-on collision, so wouldn’t one being northbound lane and the other southbound (and crossing over)?
I had made a typo, and you happened to load the story in the 20 seconds or so it was there.
“was southbound on Pine Forest Road near Copper Ridge Road in a 1998 Ford pickup when he crossed the center line and entered the southbound lane into the path of another pickup”
Sorry, William, but I’m a little confused…both trucks were southbound? Looks more like a head-on collision, so wouldn’t one being northbound lane and the other southbound (and crossing over)?
If so, that would mean the 45 mph of each truck turns into a 90 mph crash – which might explain the horrifying pictures.
Dear Lord! Help those people we pray.
This happened in a 45mph zone?????
Talk about needing a traffic signal,Detroit/Pine Forest is a nightmare to travel. With the Snow Ball Derby in full swing,your taking your life in your own hands when you try to make a left onto Pine Forest from Detroit. As far as I know,only one person has been killed at that intersection. Whats the limit of persons killed before a traffic signal can be installed?
Lots of prayers going up right now, Mom. May God grant you the peace that passes all understanding as you face the thing that we all fear the most. Just know that a lot of people that you don’t even know care very much about what you’re going through right now and we’re praying for you and your son – and his friend.
We are at the hospital right now…. no idea what is up!!!! Both him and his friend are both in surgery. All we are doing now is praying & waiting…..
I have said for years that we need another traffic light at this intersection…..
How many people must die before this is realized.
I believe that we should automatically put up a traffic light.
It’s the hood of the truck!
I was at this wreck. I believe that is the top of the truck that they cut off or the hood,the truck looks like it was originally blue and was painted white,that’s why there are two different colors.
That was one horrific crash. One of the worst I’ve seen. The first truck pictured has me completely stumped. What is the white thing on top of the truck?