MORONI, UTAH — The family of 34-year-old Rebecca Hafen is mourning after she was struck by a vehicle while walking along the shoulder of a road near Moroni, Utah, in a tragic accident that also claimed the life of her newborn baby.
Hafen was pregnant with her ninth child when the crash occurred on Tuesday morning, September 8, 2026. She was walking along the shoulder near 1808 E. Dairy Lane, just north of Moroni, when she was hit by a vehicle at approximately 7:55 a.m.
She was transported to a hospital with serious injuries. Because she was late in her pregnancy, doctors performed an emergency delivery in an effort to save the baby.
Rebecca ultimately died from injuries sustained in the collision. Her newborn son was taken to the neonatal intensive care unit but later died as well.
What Happened to Rebecca Hafen?
According to the Utah Highway Patrol, Hafen was walking on the shoulder of E. Dairy Lane when she was struck by a vehicle.
Investigators indicated that sun glare and limited visibility appeared to be contributing factors in the crash. The investigation remained ongoing as authorities worked to determine the full circumstances surrounding the collision.
A neighbor who was in the area around the time of the collision described the morning sunlight as particularly difficult for visibility.
The crash left Hafen critically injured and prompted an emergency medical response.
Rebecca Hafen Dies After Moroni Crash
Hafen was taken to a hospital following the collision, but she did not survive her injuries.
Her death left her husband, Tyson, and their children facing an extraordinary family loss. Reports identified Hafen as a mother of nine, including the baby she was carrying at the time of the crash.
Doctors performed an emergency delivery after she arrived at the hospital.
The newborn initially received intensive medical care, but the baby later died in the NICU. Family members were able to spend time with the newborn before his death.
A Mother Remembered by Her Family
Rebecca was remembered by her husband and family as a devoted wife and mother.
Her husband, Tyson Hafen, was away from home when he learned that Rebecca had been involved in the accident. He began the long journey home after receiving the devastating news.
The family has since been coping with the loss of both Rebecca and the newborn baby.
The tragedy has also prompted an outpouring of support from friends and members of the community, with a fundraiser established to assist the family with medical expenses, recovery-related needs and caring for the children.
Investigation Into the Fatal Accident
The Utah Highway Patrol continued investigating the circumstances of the crash.
Authorities have identified visibility and sun glare as an apparent contributing factor, but the investigation remains important in establishing exactly how the collision occurred.
The identity of the driver has not been publicly released in the available reports. Authorities indicated that any decision regarding possible charges would depend on the findings of the investigation.
Rebecca Hafen Accident Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Rebecca Hafen |
| Age | 34 |
| Location | Moroni, Utah |
| Crash location | Near 1808 E. Dairy Lane |
| Date | Tuesday, September 8, 2026 |
| Approximate time | 7:55 a.m. |
| Incident type | Vehicle-pedestrian collision |
| Victim | Rebecca Hafen |
| Pregnancy | Hafen was pregnant with her ninth child |
| Medical response | She was transported to a hospital |
| Emergency delivery | Doctors delivered the baby following the crash |
| Newborn’s condition | Initially treated in the NICU; later died |
| Reported contributing factor | Sun glare and limited visibility |
| Investigating agency | Utah Highway Patrol |
| Investigation status | Ongoing |
Family and Community Grieve
The loss of Rebecca Hafen and her newborn has left the family facing two devastating deaths from the same accident.
Friends and relatives have rallied around Tyson Hafen and the children as the family begins navigating life after the tragedy.
A fundraiser established for the family has received substantial community support, with donations intended to help ease the financial and practical burdens following the accident.
Rebecca’s death is being remembered not simply as a traffic tragedy, but as the loss of a wife, mother and member of the Moroni-area community.
Current Status
The investigation into the fatal Moroni accident remains ongoing.
Authorities have indicated that sunlight and poor visibility appear to have contributed to the collision, while further investigation will determine the complete circumstances surrounding the crash.
Rebecca Hafen’s family is now grieving the loss of both a mother and her newborn child following the September 8 collision.
Disclaimer
This article is based on publicly reported information concerning the Rebecca Hafen accident and may be updated as additional verified details become available. Information about the investigation, contributing factors, legal proceedings or family arrangements may change. Funeral and memorial details should be confirmed through the family or an authorized representative