In Loving Memory of Amanda Smeeton Forever Loved, Forever Missed
The Plymouth community is grappling with shock and sorrow following a tragic incident that claimed the life of 37-year-old Amanda Smeeton, a woman originally from Chicago, Illinois. Amanda was struck and killed after being hit by multiple vehicles on Friday evening, just after 5:30 p.m., along Highway 64 near Creekside Drive. Despite the quick response of emergency personnel, she was pronounced deceased at the scene.
According to the Plymouth Police Department and the State Highway Patrol, the first vehicle to strike Amanda did not stop. Four other motorists involved in the incident, however, remained at the scene, cooperated with investigators, and provided statements. Authorities are continuing their search for the initial vehicle, urging anyone with information or who may have witnessed the moment leading up to the collision to come forward.
The investigation is ongoing, and no charges have been filed at this time. The Plymouth Police Department is asking the public to assist in bringing clarity — and ultimately justice — to this heartbreaking situation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the department at 252-793-468.
But beyond the details of the investigation lies the life of a woman whose presence can never be replaced. Amanda Smeeton was more than a name in a news report. She was a daughter, a loved one, and a human being whose life mattered deeply to those who knew her. Her family has been notified and now faces the unbearable task of grieving a loss that came without warning and left without explanation.
Amanda’s memory is carried forward by those whose lives she touched — family members who loved her, friends who shared laughter and moments of comfort with her, and all who knew her spirit. She was someone who deserved safety, compassion, and care. The abruptness of her passing has left many heartbroken, struggling to understand how life can change in a matter of seconds.
As the community processes this tragedy, there is also a shared determination to honor Amanda’s life by seeking the truth. There is hope that the person responsible will come forward, and that justice will be served — not only for Amanda but for those who now must carry the weight of her absence.
To the Smeeton family: The hearts of many are with you. Your grief is seen, and your loss is felt far beyond your immediate circle. Amanda’s life, her story, and her memory will not be forgotten.
In times like this, we are reminded of how fragile life is and how deeply every life matters. The community is encouraged to hold one another close, extend compassion, and support those who are mourning. If you knew Amanda — remember her kindness, her laughter, her presence, and the love she shared. If you did not know her, honor her by offering care to those who grieve her loss.
May Amanda rest in peaceful eternity.
May her loved ones find strength, comfort, and light in the days ahead.
May justice and truth come with time — and may her memory forever remain a blessing.
