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Dad mourns loss of pregnant daughter, grandson born following crash over Father’s Day weekend
By Alexis Cortez, Haley Williams, Molly McBride-kvvu, Jordan Gartner at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
PHOENIX (KPHO/Gray News) — A father is mourning the loss of his pregnant daughter and grandson who died following a crash over Father’s Day weekend in Phoenix.Authorities said Leila Potts, 19, was a passenger in a car that ran a red light and crashed into another vehicle late Saturday night.Potts...
Key takeaway Authorities said Leila Potts, 19, was a passenger in a car that ran a red light and crashed into another vehicle late Saturday night.
Why this matters in The Laredo
The tragic loss of Leila Potts and her baby boy Vincent resonates deeply in Laredo , where the value of family and the importance of safe driving practices are deeply ingrained. As the community mourns the senseless loss of two innocent lives, it's a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of reckless behavior on our roads. The fact that the crash occurred over Father's Day weekend, a time when families come together to celebrate, makes the tragedy even more poignant. In Laredo, where traffic safety is a constant concern, this incident serves as a painful reminder of the need for vigilant driving and adherence to traffic laws. As the investigation into the crash continues, Laredo residents will be watching to see how authorities in Phoenix handle the case and whether the driver will face charges, sparking a broader conversation about road safety and accountability in our own community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? PHOENIX (KPHO/Gray News) — A father is mourning the loss of his pregnant daughter and grandson who died following a crash over Father’s Day weekend in Phoenix.Authorities said Leila Potts, 19, was a passenger in a car that ran a red light and crashed into another vehicle late Saturday night.Potts...
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