Central, SC – Simon Landreth Killed in Car Crash at US-123 and 18 Mile Rd

Last updated Wednesday, January 18th, 2023

Central, SC (January 1, 2023) – A 19-year-old man has died due to a traffic accident that took place in the Central area on Friday evening. At around 5 p.m., on December 30, the South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers were called to the scene of a crash on Highway 123.

According to law enforcement, a traffic accident took place on Highway 123 in the area near 18 Mile Road. The driver was traveling north on US Route 123 when they became involved in a collision. As a result, the vehicle went off the left side of the roadway and struck an embankment.

The driver of the vehicle, 19-year-old Simon Landreth of Easley, South Carolina, was fatally injured. The victim was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene as a result of his injuries.

The circumstances surrounding the accident are being investigated.

Our sincere sympathies are with the family of Simon Landreth at this time.

Fatal Car Accidents in South Carolina

Fatal car crashes in the state of South Carolina take the lives of hundreds of people annually. Unfortunately, we seem innocent people die as a result of traffic crashes caused by negligence. Some of the leading factors in car crashes include impairment, distractions, and drivers who fail to yield.

Any type of traffic accident has the potential to cause severe injuries to those involved. Regrettably, when drivers are ejected from their vehicles, they are more likely to suffer fatal injuries and collisions. Car crashes are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the United States. And while many people survive crashes without serious injuries, those who are ejected from their vehicles are much more likely to be killed or seriously hurt.

Seatbelts are one of the most important safety features in a car, and they can greatly reduce the severity of injuries in a crash. However, they are not always enough to keep someone from being ejected from a vehicle.

There are several reasons why car crashes with ejections tend to be more serious than other types of crashes. First, the victim is often thrown from the vehicle at high speeds, which can cause severe injuries or even death. Second, seatbelts are not always enough to keep someone from being ejected from a vehicle. And third, many ejections occur in rollover accidents, which are often particularly deadly.

If you have lost a loved one as a result of a car crash, don’t hesitate to reach out to the experienced and dedicated legal team at Monge & Associates. With decades of experience filing personal injury cases on behalf of those who have been injured, our fearless legal advocates can hold the negligent driver accountable and help you get justice. Call our South Carolina car accident lawyers now at 888-688-1924 for more information or to arrange a consultation today.

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