The Vestavia Hills community is reeling from the devastating loss of Cambraya Sharondae Broach, 23, and her unborn child, following a tragic crash that occurred in the early hours of Saturday, October 25, 2025, on Interstate 459 South near Acton Road.
According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, Broach was a passenger in a vehicle involved in the crash, which occurred around 3:26 a.m. Emergency responders arrived swiftly and transported her to UAB Hospital, where despite the heroic efforts of medical staff, Cambraya and her unborn child were pronounced deceased.
State troopers are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Authorities are examining multiple potential factors, including vehicle speed, road and weather conditions, traffic flow, and any other elements that may have contributed to the vehicle leaving the roadway. Witness statements and available surveillance footage are being reviewed to help determine the exact chain of events that led to this tragic incident. Details regarding other occupants of the vehicle have not been publicly released, but officials emphasize that the investigation remains thorough and ongoing.
Cambraya’s death, along with that of her unborn child, has profoundly impacted the Vestavia Hills community. Friends, neighbors, and classmates remember her as a joyful, kindhearted young woman whose energy and warmth touched everyone she met. “Cambraya had a way of lighting up any room she entered,” one friend shared. “It’s impossible to put into words the sorrow we feel for her and her family.”
Local leaders and law enforcement have also taken the opportunity to remind drivers of the critical importance of roadway safety, particularly during early morning hours when visibility is low and alertness may be compromised. Officials urge drivers to remain vigilant, avoid distractions, obey traffic laws, and always ensure that all passengers wear seat belts to reduce the risk of serious injury or death.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed the identities of the victims to provide a measure of closure for family and loved ones while the investigation continues. Authorities have pledged to release updates as additional findings and contributing factors become available.
This heartbreaking incident underscores the fragility of life and the unpredictable dangers present on roadways. As Cambraya’s family grieves this unimaginable loss, the Vestavia Hills community continues to offer support through prayers, acts of kindness, and a shared commitment to honoring her memory.
In summary, Cambraya Sharondae Broach, 23, of Vestavia Hills, and her unborn child tragically lost their lives in a crash on I-459 South near Acton Road. The Jefferson County authorities continue to investigate, while family, friends, and the wider community come together to mourn a young woman whose life, though cut far too short, left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her.