Allentown Single Vehicle Wreck Claims One Life

October 27, 2019

A Santa Rosa County man died in a single vehicle crash in Allentown.

J.R. Welch, 68, of Milton was traveling north on Highway 87 approaching Allentown Road about 10:50 Friday morning when he attempted to pass another northbound vehicle. His 2008 Honda Accord drifted right and traveled off the paved roadway and collided with several trees in wooded area, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Welch was airlifted to Ft. Walton Beach Medical Center where he passed away from his injuries.

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  1. tommy welch on March 25th, 2022 10:11 am

    I love my dad I miss him so much I wish that would never happen he will be here today with me and I miss my mom Mr together mom and dad and my brothers and my grandma’s