The Windermere High School community is grieving the loss of one of its students after a devastating high-speed crash Saturday night claimed four lives. The tragic accident occurred on Central Florida Parkway near John Young Parkway late Saturday night, leaving one other individual seriously injured.

Authorities reported that the collision involved multiple vehicles and was the result of a driver traveling above the speed limit. The impact of the crash was so severe that four people, including a Windermere High School senior, lost their lives at the scene.

The Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) district acknowledged the heartbreaking loss in a social media post, expressing condolences to the student’s family, friends, and classmates. The statement read by OCPS Superintendent Dr. Maria F. Vazquez, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of one of our Windermere High School students. Our thoughts are with their loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.” The district has mobilized grief counselors at the school to support students and staff coping with the sudden loss.

Authorities continue to investigate the crash, emphasizing the dangers of reckless driving and excessive speed. This incident serves as a tragic reminder of how quickly lives can be changed by unsafe driving behavior.

For those affected, grief counseling resources are available through Windermere High School and OCPS to help students and faculty navigate this difficult time.