Lexington Co. Coroner identifies victim of I-26 west collision

 Lexington Co. Coroner identifies victim of I-26 west collision

The Lexington County Coroner has identified the victim of a tragic collision on I-26 west as 60-year-old Daniel White of Landrum.

According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the fatal incident occurred after 3 p.m. on Wednesday, December 17. White had legally parked his Mazda Sedan on the shoulder at mile marker 113 near an entrance ramp while working on his utility trailer.

Tragedy struck when a Ford pickup truck suddenly struck White, his sedan, and the utility trailer. The impact proved fatal, and White died at the scene despite emergency responders’ efforts to save his life.

The driver of the Ford pickup truck sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Their condition is not believed to be serious.

Highway patrol officials confirmed that White was legally parked on the shoulder when the collision occurred. The circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear, as investigators work to determine what caused the Ford driver to strike the parked vehicles and pedestrian.

The South Carolina Highway Patrol continues to investigate the incident, examining factors that may have contributed to this tragic accident. Authorities are reviewing witness statements, vehicle damage, and road conditions to piece together the events leading up to the collision.

This devastating incident serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by roadside workers and motorists who must navigate busy interstate highways while performing maintenance or repairs.

White’s family has been notified, and funeral arrangements are pending.