Heartbreak in Ferguson: Nay Williams Killed, Another Woman Seriously Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash on Pershall Road
FERGUSON, MO – June 21, 2025 — A devastating car crash in St. Louis County has left one young woman dead and another seriously injured, after a hit-and-run incident unfolded late Friday night in Ferguson. According to the Ferguson Police Department, the crash occurred on June 20 in the 3800 block of Pershall Road and has left a community in mourning and law enforcement searching for the driver responsible.
The victim who tragically lost her life has been identified by family and friends as Nay Williams, a beloved young woman remembered for her kind spirit, infectious laughter, and loving heart. Authorities say Williams was a passenger in a vehicle that crashed violently just before midnight. Another woman, also a passenger in the car, was rushed to the hospital with serious, potentially life-threatening injuries.
Investigators report that the male driver of the vehicle fled the scene on foot, leaving both injured women behind in the wreckage. Emergency responders arrived to find the two women critically hurt. Despite efforts by medical personnel, Williams was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. The second victim remains hospitalized and is receiving intensive care.
Witnesses at the scene described the immediate aftermath as chaotic and heartbreaking. Some reported seeing the male suspect staggering away from the vehicle before disappearing into the surrounding area. Police are actively working to identify and locate him.
“This is a tragedy that could have been prevented,” one officer at the scene stated. “Leaving injured people behind to die is not just illegal — it’s inhumane. We are committed to bringing justice to the families impacted by this senseless act.”
As word of the tragedy spread across social media, an outpouring of grief from loved ones and community members quickly followed. Heartfelt tributes to Nay Williams flooded platforms like Facebook and Instagram, where she was described as a bright light, a devoted daughter, and a loyal friend.
“She had so much life left to live,” one friend wrote. “This doesn’t feel real. I pray her family finds peace and that justice is served for what happened to her.”
At the site of the crash, neighbors have started a small memorial of candles, flowers, and handwritten notes in Nay’s honor. Many are calling for more traffic patrols and safer driving measures in the area, which has seen an increase in reckless driving incidents in recent months.
The Ferguson Police Department is urging anyone who may have seen the crash or has surveillance footage from the area to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS.
As the investigation continues, the families of both victims are asking for privacy and prayers during this deeply painful time. The name of the second woman injured in the crash has not yet been released.
More information will be shared as it becomes available.