Florence County, SC (December 14, 2018) – Troopers with the South Carolina Highway Patrol investigated a serious rollover accident that caused the fatality of one person this morning.
Police originally responded to the accident around 3:30 a.m. this morning on Persimmon Ford Road near Deep Wood Road in Johnsonville. The individual who lost his life was struck, which caused their Camaro to go off the side of the road, strike a ditch, and roll over several times.
Police say that the driver was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from his vehicle. He was quickly taken to the McLeod Hospital and later died due to his severe injuries. The victim’s name has not yet been released due to the fact that family is still being notified.
Deputies are still investigating the circumstances of the crash.
It is never an easy experience to lose a loved one in a preventable accident. We would like to take a moment to extend our condolences to the family and friends of the person who lost their life in this accident.
Fatal Accident in South Carolina
In South Carolina, fatal accidents take place every day on our roads. In fact, South Carolina is at the top of the list when it comes to fatalities. They currently rank third on the list of states with the most fatal accidents, with every 20 in 100,000 citizens losing their lives due to the negligence of other drivers. If you have lost somebody close to you in a South Carolina car accident, you are not at a loss. Work with a skilled attorney to receive the results you and your family deserve.
At the Nye Law Group, we acknowledge how important it is for you and your loved ones to receive proven case results during this difficult time in your life. If you have lost somebody close to you due to negligence that can be shown, you can move forward with a South Carolina wrongful death case that will help you compensate for a variety of damages during this already traumatic time in your life. Contact us for more information on how we can help in your time of need at 912-200-5230.
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