1 Killed, 1 Injured in Truck Accident on U.S. 301 near Summerton, SC
Clarendon County, SC — February 15, 2024, one person was killed and another was injured in a truck accident shortly before 6:00 p.m. along U.S. Highway 301.
According to authorities, two people were traveling in a northbound 18-wheeler on U.S. 301 at intersection of Liberty Hill Church Road when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for unknown reasons, the 18-wheeler failed to safely negotiate a left turn onto Liberty Hill Church Road. The big rig reportedly overturned onto its right side. The passenger of the vehicle incurred fatal injuries due to the wreck and was declared deceased at the scene. The driver sustained injuries of unknown severity and was transported to a local hospital by EMS in order to receive treatment.
Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identities of the victims—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

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