Support Sam's Recovery After Tragic Car vs. Pedestrian Crash

Help Sam Heal After a Tragic Car vs. Pedestrians Crash

On July 19, 2025, what should have been a joyful celebration turned into a nightmare. Samantha—known to those who love her as Sam—had recently graduated from college and was out with friends in downtown Milwaukee, commemorating one of her classmate's (Chloe) milestones.

As she and Chloe crossed a street clearly closed off to vehicles with barricades, a reckless driver ignored every warning and crashed through—striking Sam and changing her life in an instant.

Sam was knocked unconscious, bleeding, and hardly responsive when EMTs arrived. She was rushed to the hospital with severe injuries:

    •    Multiple missing teeth

    •    A broken nose

    •    Deep skin lacerations requiring 16 stitches

    •    Significant trauma to her hand, including several broken bones

• Cuts, bruises, and multiple internal contusions

Sam is a 22-year-old daughter, sister, granddaughter, and soon-to-be grad student now faces a long, painful recovery—physically, emotionally, and financially. She’ll undergo months of reconstructive dental work (implants may take 4–6 months), hand therapy, and countless doctor and specialists visits. Eating is currently limited to soft foods and liquids. Her family and boyfriend has taken time off work to care for her, and the road ahead is overwhelming.

But through it all, Sam remains strong. Her sweet nature, gentle spirit, and radiant smile—one we hope to restore—continue to inspire all who know her. She didn’t deserve this. No one does.

We’re asking for your support in easing the financial burden of her medical and dental bills, therapy costs, and the lost time from work. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps Sam and her family focus on healing rather than bills.

This tragedy also highlights a greater issue: safety in our city. Streets that are supposed to be pedestrian-only must stay that way. What happened to Sam should never happen to anyone. It’s time for Milwaukee to take action to protect its people.

Please give what you can, share Sam’s story, and help us lift her up. Together along with faith in God, we can surround Sam with the love, support, and strength she needs to keep moving forward.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.