Orangeburg County Coroner’s Office reported two fatalities over the January 2-3, 2026 weekend: a pedestrian crash and a house fire. Emoni Nicole Chaplin, 27, of Orangeburg, died at the scene of a vehicle collision on John C. Calhoun Drive on Saturday. Lisa Cheeseboro, 58, also of Orangeburg, perished in a Friday house fire, with her autopsy scheduled for later the following week.
Pedestrian Incident
The Saturday collision remains under active investigation by authorities, with no details released on the vehicle, driver, or circumstances. Chaplin was pronounced dead on-site, prompting community concern over pedestrian safety on that roadway.
House Fire Details
Cheeseboro’s death occurred Friday at the fire scene, with no information on the fire’s cause, origin, or other potential victims. The autopsy will determine the official manner and cause next week.
Status Updates
Both cases are ongoing as of January 4, 2026, with no arrests or further public disclosures from the coroner or local law enforcement. Local news confirms the initial details match the provided report.
