Man Airlifted Following ATV Crash On Highway 97 In Walnut Hill

September 14, 2026

One person was critically injured Sunday evening in a single ATV crash on Highway 97 in Walnut Hill.

According to witnesses, the adult male was southbound on Highway 97 just south of South Highway 99 when he suddenly veered his ATV into a driveway. The ATV overturned when the man lost control in the driveway, and he was ejected into a large tree.

The man was airlifted by MedStar Aircare 2 to an area hospital.

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The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating and has not released further details. The Walnut Hill Station of Escambia County Fire Rescue also responded.

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