Father, 12-Year-Old Son Die in Cape Coral Crash Submerging Vehicle

A tragic car crash in Cape Coral, Florida, resulted in the deaths of Christopher Patrick and his 12-year-old son, Carson Patrick, after their vehicle collided with another and submerged in a retention pond along Veterans Memorial Parkway. Both were pulled from the water but later died from their injuries, with authorities continuing to investigate the cause of the crash. Carson, a Gulf Middle School student and active participant in the Cape Youth Football Association, was remembered for his compassion and love of fishing, motorcycles, and cars. His father, Chris, was involved in youth football coaching and the association's board. The crash has deeply impacted the local community, which has expressed condolences and support for the family. Concerns about traffic safety on Veterans Memorial Parkway were also highlighted by local residents following the incident.