A 45-year-old man from Eutawville died after being struck by an SUV on US 301 near Dempsey Road in Orangeburg County, S.C., around 12:50 a.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026. The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported the pedestrian was in the roadway as the southbound vehicle hit him; the driver was unharmed.
Victim Details
Francis Simmons was identified as the victim by Coroner Sean Fogle, who ruled the manner of death an accident. He was pronounced dead at the scene from collision injuries.
Investigation Status
Master Trooper Brandon Bolt confirmed the incident details, with the case still under review by the Highway Patrol. No charges against the driver have been mentioned.
