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Driver Killed In Wreck On UWF Campus
April 3, 2023
A Pace man was killed in a single vehicle traffic crash early Monday morning on the campus of the University of West Florida.
Troppers said the 21-year old was traveling west on Campus Drive at a high rate of speed approaching a curve when he failed to maintain control of his vehicle. The vehicle crossed over the grassy median and sideswiped a tree, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The man was pronounced deceased at the scene of the 2:13 a.m. wreck on Camps Drive near Campus Lane.
UWF said the man was not a student or affiliated with the university in any other way.
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5 Responses to “Driver Killed In Wreck On UWF Campus”
He was a childhood friend of mine and my first boyfriend in elementary to middle school. This was so rough finding out. I can’t imagine what his family is going though. You are missed, Austin.
Now older and wiser, we think back on the things we did that could have brought the same result. We survived despite our bad judgment. There are no words that will comfort, only prayers that your family will know that we care and feel deep sorrow with your loss.
My deepest sympathy and prayers goes out to the parents, family and friends of Austin. I know this is a great loss to all and my heart hurts for all of you.
We are sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine your pain, but you will come through this stronger.
The driver was my only son and was deeply love by many. I can not begin to express the Heart Breaking feel my entire family are suffering. Please be kind my youngest child has started a memorial at the tree where the accident happened. All your love and support will be greatly appreciated by my family. Austin C. Martin is and always will be love ❤️ . Love ya, Dad