How did Paramedic Mary Jolly die?

Mary Jolly died after being struck by a car while attempting to help a motorist injured in a separate crash on I-95.

Where did Mary Jolly work before her death?

Mary Jolly worked for Gaston County EMS in North Carolina, joining the agency in 2021.

When did the incident involving Mary Jolly occur?

The incident occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, November 15th, with Mary Jolly passing away two days later.

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Paramedic Dies Aiding Crash Victim on Highway

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Summary

Off-duty paramedic Mary Jolly died November 15th after being struck by a vehicle.
Jolly stopped to assist an injured person from a separate crash on I-95.
She had served with Gaston County EMS since 2021, earning an award in 2023.

Paramedic Dies Aiding Crash Victim on Highway

Paramedic Mary Jolly, 27, passed away on November 15th following a tragic incident on Interstate 95 in Brevard County, Florida. While off-duty, Jolly and her wife stopped to assist an individual injured in an earlier crash.

Tragically, as Jolly was in the center lane to help, she was struck by a Nissan Murano. She was transported to a Florida hospital but died two days later. Jolly had been a valued member of Gaston County EMS in North Carolina since 2021 and was honored as B-Shift Outstanding Paramedic in 2023.

Her loss has deeply impacted the Gaston County EMS community, with colleagues describing her as family and praising her dedication and compassion. The fatal crash remains under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.