Alaska toddler who is only child orphaned after surviving head-on car smash that killed her mother and father
Two-year-old Paige Hart survived a head-on collision in Alaska that killed both her parents, Sasha Hart, 38, and David Hart, 41. The family described her survival as a “miracle”; she has six broken bones and is in stable condition.
The crash happened on the Parks Highway near Trapper Creek at about 9am on 19 October. A preliminary investigation found that Sasha’s Subaru crossed the centre line and collided with a northbound Ford pickup; the investigation is ongoing. Paige’s aunt plans to help raise her, and the family has started a fundraiser for her care, raising nearly $30,000 towards a $35,000 goal.
In short
- Paige Hart survived a crash that killed both her parents.
- She has six broken bones and is in stable condition.
- Her family is raising funds for her care.
Explained simply
The Parks Highway is a major road in Alaska, linking communities north of Anchorage. Trapper Creek is a small community along the route, where traffic includes both local drivers and people travelling longer distances.
Paige Hart was travelling with her parents, Sasha and David Hart, when their car collided with a pickup truck. A preliminary investigation found that their car crossed the centre line; officials are still investigating how the crash happened.
Paige is their only child, and her aunt plans to help raise her. The family has set up a fundraiser to support her care as she recovers from her injuries.