Fairfield County, S.C. – The Fairfield County Coroner, Chris Hill, has released the identity of the individual involved in a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred on I-77 and Hwy 200 in Winnsboro. The victim has been identified as John Thompson, an 80-year-old male.
The incident took place on May 31 in the afternoon and involved two cars. Unfortunately, Thompson sustained blunt force injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The exact circumstances of the accident are still under investigation.
Authorities are working diligently to determine the cause of the collision and gather additional information surrounding the incident. The investigation aims to provide clarity on the sequence of events leading to this tragic outcome.
As the investigation continues, Fairfield County residents and the community at large mourn the loss of John Thompson. The details of the accident will be carefully examined to ascertain any factors that may have contributed to the incident.
Updates regarding the investigation will be shared as soon as more information becomes available.