Britt Reid (KCC) 5 Year old Crash Victim Awakes From Coma

KingstonsMom · ‎03-09-2010

"Ariel is awake."

That's the GREAT news everyone has been waiting for regarding the little girl who was badly injured in a car accident involving KC Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid.

5-year-old Ariel Young suffered serious brain injuries when Britt Reid -- the son of head coach Andy Reid -- allegedly slammed his car into the vehicle she was in, the Thursday before the Super Bowl.

Young was hospitalized in critical condition and remained in a coma for more than a week, according to the GundFundMe page created by her aunt.

The family had been asking for prayers -- and it seems they were finally answered, because they announced Ariel awoke from the coma on Monday.

The family did not expand on her medical condition -- but the assumption is that it's a move in the right direction.

Ariel's 4-year-old cousin, Julianna, was also injured in the Feb. 4 crash -- suffering a broken nose and a concussion, according to the family. She's at home recovering.

35-year-old Britt -- who was a linebacker coach with the Chiefs -- was initially placed on leave the crash. But, he is no longer employed by the team.

As we previously reported, cops say Reid admitted to drinking alcohol and taking Adderall before smashing into 2 parked cars that were pulled over on the side of a highway on-ramp. The crash occurred just minutes from Arrowhead Stadium in KC.

Cops announced they were investigating the crash but so far no formal charges have been brought against Reid.

FYI, Ariel's GoFundMe page has already raised more than $488,000 to help cover medical expenses ... an incredible show of support.

****edited to remove the GoFundMe link

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KingstonsMom · ‎03-09-2010

Godspeed for your healing and recovery Ariel!

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CANDLEQUEEN · ‎03-09-2010

What a beautiful, little sweet girl. I am so happy things appear to be moving in the right direction for this little sweetie! Continued prayers for full recovery!

Greeneyedlady21 · ‎01-06-2015

@KingstonsMom Prayers for more miracles for Ariel. Look at that face, she's beautiful.

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Porcelain · ‎02-19-2014

This is wonderful news. I'm glad she's recovering. I bet ol friend Britt is relieved as well, now that he's sober.

What disturbs me is that in today's day and age, with insurance, anyone needs to raise "more than $488,000 to help cover medical expenses." Insurance needs to cover that. Otherwise what do we even have it for?? That needs to be fixed.

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sunshine45 · ‎03-09-2010

@Porcelain wrote:
This is wonderful news. I'm glad she's recovering. I bet ol friend Britt is relieved as well, now that he's sober.

What disturbs me is that in today's day and age, with insurance, anyone needs to raise "more than $488,000 to help cover medical expenses." Insurance needs to cover that. Otherwise what do we even have it for?? That needs to be fixed.

his insurance should definitely cover her medical expenses once everything goes through the process......and more as needed. i would guess that that money will be covering things that may arise other than medical expenses.....parents taking off of work, mortgage or rent, transportation to and from the hospital, and more......

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Mz iMac · ‎07-26-2014

@Porcelain wrote:
What disturbs me is that in today's day and age, with insurance, anyone needs to raise "more than $488,000 to help cover medical expenses." Insurance needs to cover that. Otherwise what do we even have it for?? That needs to be fixed.

@Porcelain I am assuming the GFM was set up for medical expenses over & beyond the limits of Reid's auto policy. I found the following on MO Dept Of Insurance........

"If you own or operate a motor vehicle in Missouri, you are required by law to insure that automobile with coverage for injuries you cause to another, for at least $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage. The Department of Revenue is now tracking drivers to make sure they keep their liability insurance policies in force. If you let your coverage lapse you will be subject to suspension of the vehicle's registration and possibly your driver's license."

It's obvious the medical bills will be astronomical. The injured parties should be able to sue Reid directly. Depends on MO auto ins law (suing the at fault party for bodily injuries if under insured).

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sunshine45 · ‎03-09-2010

@Mz iMac wrote:
@Porcelain wrote:
What disturbs me is that in today's day and age, with insurance, anyone needs to raise "more than $488,000 to help cover medical expenses." Insurance needs to cover that. Otherwise what do we even have it for?? That needs to be fixed.
@Porcelain I am assuming the GFM was set up for medical expenses over & beyond the limits of Reid's auto policy. I found the following on MO Dept Of Insurance........

"If you own or operate a motor vehicle in Missouri, you are required by law to insure that automobile with coverage for injuries you cause to another, for at least $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage. The Department of Revenue is now tracking drivers to make sure they keep their liability insurance policies in force. If you let your coverage lapse you will be subject to suspension of the vehicle's registration and possibly your driver's license."

It's obvious the medical bills will be astronomical. The injured parties should be able to sue Reid directly. Depends on MO auto ins law (suing the at fault party for bodily injuries if under insured).

@Mz iMac

they may also be able to go after an umbrella policy also IF he has one above and beyond what he may have on his automobile insurance coverage.

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Jaspersmom · ‎06-08-2011

I just received this message from the person handling her GoFundMe page:

Ariel, while she is awake she is not the same happy free spirited little girl she was before this horrific crash. She has a long road to recovery and the things that were once easy for her will no longer be. We are so happy she is awake yet so sad at the toll this took on her body and brain. We are thankful for the continued support and love for her right now. No family or child should ever have to go through this.
Thank you ❤️

depglass · ‎03-10-2010

This is a lawsuit waiting to happen. Depending upon the circumstances and the laws of that state, the team may even be involved. That's the "deep pockets" theory of litigation.