Cambraya Sharondae Broach Vestavia Hills Death and Obituary – The Vestavia Hills community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Cambraya Sharondae Broach, a 23-year-old woman from Northport, Alabama, who tragically lost her life—along with her unborn child—in a multi-vehicle crash early Saturday morning, October 25, 2025. The fatal collision occurred on Interstate 459 near Acton Road and has prompted an ongoing investigation by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA).
Authorities reported that the crash took place at approximately 3:26 a.m., involving multiple vehicles traveling along I-459. Cambraya Broach was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved in the collision. Emergency responders arrived quickly on the scene, and Broach was transported to UAB Hospital in Birmingham for treatment. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, she and her unborn child were pronounced dead about 30 minutes later.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s Highway Patrol Division is currently leading the investigation to determine what led to the deadly crash. As of October 28, officials have not released specific details regarding the number of vehicles involved, the identities of other drivers or passengers, or whether impairment, weather, or speed were contributing factors.
Friends, family, and community members have expressed profound grief over the loss of Cambraya Sharondae Broach, describing her as a kind, caring, and joyful young woman who had a bright future ahead. Loved ones say she was filled with excitement about her pregnancy and was eagerly anticipating motherhood. Her sudden and tragic passing has left her family devastated and searching for answers in the aftermath of this senseless tragedy.
Broach’s death also highlights the growing concern about serious and fatal accidents occurring along Alabama’s major highways. Intersections and high-speed interchanges like the stretch near Acton Road have seen multiple fatal incidents in recent years, leading safety advocates to call for stricter enforcement of speed limits, better lighting, and improved driver awareness during early morning hours.
As investigators continue to piece together the sequence of events leading up to the crash, the community of Vestavia Hills and Northport remains united in grief and support for Broach’s loved ones. Memorial posts have flooded social media, honoring her memory and offering condolences.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash or who has information that could aid the investigation to come forward. Updates are expected once the preliminary findings are made public.
The passing of Cambraya Sharondae Broach and her unborn child serves as a painful reminder of how quickly lives can be taken by tragic roadway incidents. Her family and friends now mourn not only the loss of a beloved daughter and friend but also the bright new life that was never given a chance to begin.