Nichols, SC (December 25, 2022) – One person was killed, and two others were hurt in a two-vehicle wreck that occurred in Nichols early on Wednesday evening.
Horry County Fire Rescue crews were reportedly summoned to the site of the accident, which took place at Highway 19 and State Route 917, at around 5:40 p.m.
Two vehicles, a 2015 Chevrolet SUV and a 2007 Honda sedan crashed on South Carolina Highway 917 after the driver of the Honda reportedly tried to make a right turn onto Highway 19, according to South Carolina Highway Patrol LCpl. Nick Pye.
The driver of the SUV and one passenger were not hurt, but a second passenger was taken to the hospital. Meanwhile, a third passenger in the SUV passed away at the scene.
The sedan driver was also transferred to the hospital, though their current condition is unknown.
SCHP is still investigating the wreck at this time, and officials say that the Horry County Police Department is assisting.
We want to extend our deepest condolences to the deceased victim’s family at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims in hopes of their full recovery.
Fatal Vehicle Accidents in South Carolina
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If a loved one passed away unexpectedly as a consequence of someone else’s negligence, contact a Nichols vehicle accident lawyer as soon as you can at 888-688-1924.
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