Key Takeaways
- Trinity High School junior Lauren Souza died in a single-vehicle accident Sunday when her car struck a utility pole in Bedford.
- The school canceled Monday classes to provide counseling services for grieving students and staff.
- Lauren was an honor student active in both robotics and volleyball, remembered for her kindness and positive spirit.
The Bedford community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Lauren Souza, a junior at Trinity High School, following a tragic single-vehicle accident early Sunday morning.
Details Of The Incident
According to authorities, the crash occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Back River Road, near the intersection with County Road in Bedford, directly in front of the Peter Woodbury School.
Reports state that the vehicle, traveling south, veered off the right side of the roadway, struck a utility pole, and rolled over into the school’s parking lot.
Emergency crews from the Bedford Police and Fire Departments responded swiftly but tragically found the driver, identified later as Lauren Souza, had succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
She was the sole occupant of the vehicle.
Residents nearby recalled hearing the crash, including one neighbor, Mark Oswald, who described hearing a loud boom followed by what sounded like a transformer explosion.
He assisted first responders by directing them to the parking lot where the vehicle came to rest.
Community And School Response
Trinity High School confirmed the devastating news in a heartfelt letter to students and families, stating:
“With profound sadness, we share the news of the tragic passing of junior Lauren Souza, who was involved in a fatal, single-person motor vehicle accident last evening. We offer our prayers for Lauren and the Souza family as they deal with this unimaginable loss.”
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In light of the tragedy, Trinity High School and St. Joseph’s Junior High School canceled classes on Monday and opened instead from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to provide counseling support to students.
A special Mass and additional grief resources have been organized to help students and staff during this difficult time.
The Bedford Police Department continues investigating the crash and has indicated that more information will be released as the investigation progresses.
Remembering Lauren Souza
Lauren was more than a bright student; she was a vibrant and talented member of the Trinity community.
An academic honor student who consistently made the principal’s list, she was admired for her dedication both inside and outside the classroom.
Lauren was part of Trinity’s 40A Robotics Team, which recently competed at the NH/VT VEX 5 High School State Championship in March 2025.
Her team finished 8th out of 39 teams, reached the quarterfinals, and received both the Judges Award and the Sportsmanship Award.
In addition to her academic and technical achievements, Lauren was a valued member of the Trinity volleyball team.
In their tribute, the team shared:
“Last night, we lost not only a teammate and a friend, but a true Pioneer. Lauren was a beautiful soul with a heart full of kindness, always wearing a smile that could light up any room. Her passion and positivity touched everyone around her, both on and off the court. She will be deeply loved and forever missed. Rest easy, Lauren. ❤️”
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Lauren’s family, friends, classmates, and teachers during this deeply sorrowful time.
