Florida Dad-To-Be’s Final Words from Coma Uncover Shocking Betrayal Before Tragic Death
Ever wonder how a seemingly ordinary car crash can twist into a real-life thriller? Buckle up, ’cause the tragic tale of Daniel Waterman is cruising down that dark, twisty road. This 22-year-old, just weeks shy of welcoming a baby with his girlfriend Leigha Mumby, ended up in a coma after an accident that was anything but accidental—at least, that’s what he claimed before passing away. Leigha, pregnant at the time, now faces charges that could change everything for their unborn child and the family caught in the crossfire. So, how does a routine drive on Interstate 95 spiral into a courtroom drama that stirs up questions about blame, betrayal, and a fight for custody? Let’s dive into this heartbreaking saga. LEARN MORE.
Initially, what appeared to be an unintentional car crash has deepened into a disturbing mystery following the passing of the 22-year-old victim.
The man, Daniel Waterman, reportedly pointed fingers at his 24-year-old girlfriend, Leigha Mumby, before passing away from his fatal injuries on October 8, 2025.
The two were expecting a child together when the accident occurred in February this year.
- Daniel Waterman tragically passed away months after a horrific car crash, revealing before his demise that his girlfriend was behind the wheel.
- Leigha Mumby, who was pregnant at the time, now faces multiple charges for allegedly endangering both their lives and that of their unborn child.
- As the case continues to take unexpected turns, Daniel’s family is now fighting for custody of the child.
“Oh my gosh, this is so scary and heartbreaking… His last words are just heartbreaking, I really hope something like this never happens again,” wrote one netizen.
Daniel Waterman was in a coma for months following the devastating car crash
Image credits: Tiffany Waterman / Facebook
The couple had been driving along Interstate 95 in Florida’s Flagler County on the night of the accident, which occurred during Super Bowl weekend on February 9.
After the crash, Daniel sustained severe, life-threatening injuries and remained in a coma for several months.
According to his grandfather, Michael Gilman, Daniel had broken his neck, back, and collarbone, and had also dislocated both hips and broken his legs and ankle.
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Michael told CNYCentral, “He broke everything. It wasn’t much, not broken. He was scratched up all over the place.”
However, the late father-to-be miraculously regained consciousness in May, during which he revealed to investigators what had really happened that night.
According to an arrest affidavit, Waterman communicated from his hospital bed using a letter board, pointing to individual letters to form words.
The expecting father regained consciousness in May and revealed what really led to the accident
Image credits: Heather Waterman / Facebook
He told police that he and Mumby were arguing in the car after he found out about her pregnancy.
As the argument escalated, Mumby allegedly began driving recklessly, reportedly saying, “I don’t care what happens. You’ll get what you deserve.”
The situation worsened when he received a text message from an unnamed woman in New York.
Leigha then allegedly slammed the car into a tree.
Image credits: Justice For Daniel Waterman / Facebook
At the time, she told investigators that she didn’t remember what happened leading up to the crash and only recalled waking up “in agonizing pain,” according to the affidavit.
Daniel’s mother, Heather Waterman, later clarified that the mystery woman was simply a friend and a Philadelphia Eagles fan, while Daniel supported the Kansas City Chiefs, as the teams faced off in the Super Bowl.
Daniel and Leigha were reportedly arguing after learning about their pregnancy and receiving text messages from a mystery woman
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Shortly after Daniel’s statements, Leigha was arrested in July following the issuance of an arrest warrant.
She was charged with reckless driving causing serious bodily injury and aggravated battery with a d**dly weapon. Leigha pleaded not guilty to the charges.
However, following Waterman’s passing earlier this month, on October 24, she was additionally charged with one count of vehicular homicide.
Image credits: Flagler County Sheriff’s Office
She was booked into the Flagler County Jail and released after posting a $150,000 bond.
Attorney John Hager, representing the Waterman family, told FOX35, “This was not an accident.”
“Evidence showed she didn’t use the brakes — the car was speeding up at the time of impact.”
The 24-year-old has been booked on several charges, including one count of vehicular homicide
Image credits: Tiffany Waterman / Facebook
The case remains ongoing, and Leigha has since given birth to a baby girl, the unborn child who miraculously survived the crash.
Remembering Daniel’s fight to recover, his mother told Syracuse.com, “He never gave up. This whole entire time, he literally never gave up.”
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