Ajani Everhart Accident Sacramento, CA Death: Ajani Leona Everhart, 21, Remembered Following Fatal Highway 160 Crash

Family, friends, members of the community, and the wider drum community are mourning the tragic passing of Ajani Leona Everhart, a 21-year-old Sacramento woman who was killed in a two-vehicle crash near Rio Vista, California, on September 27, 2026.

According to information attributed to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. on Highway 160 near Sherman Island Cross Road. Everhart was reportedly driving a black Kia Forte northbound when the vehicle crossed into the southbound lanes and collided with an oncoming white Ford F-250 pickup truck. She was the sole occupant of the Kia and died in the crash. Two people traveling in the Ford were transported to a hospital with unspecified injuries. The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation, and it has not been established whether impairment played any role.

Beyond the circumstances of her death, Ajani is being remembered for the person she was and the lives she touched. A former mentor and teacher described her as an incredible woman who was met at the age of 15 and watched grow into an amazing, caring, generous, and big-hearted person.

Ajani was also remembered as one of the mentor’s students and an “OG Drummer,” reflecting the meaningful connection she had with the drum community. Her loss has therefore been deeply felt not only by her family and friends but also by those who shared her passion and knew her throughout the years.

Heartfelt condolences are extended to Ajani’s family and everyone grieving her sudden passing. May they find strength in one another and comfort in the memories of her kindness, generosity, and vibrant spirit.

Her mentor has also shared the family’s request for support through a GoFundMe campaign, asking those who knew Ajani and were moved by her life to help share the fundraiser.

Ajani’s life was far too short, but the love she gave and the memories she created will remain with those who knew her.

Rest in peace, Ajani Leona Everhart. May your memory continue to live on in the hearts of your family, friends, community, and fellow drummers.

Disclaimer: This tribute is based on the information provided in the original remembrance and crash report. The circumstances of the collision remain subject to the ongoing investigation by authorities.