Greenville, SC (January 14, 2024) – South Carolina Highway Patrol out of Greenville County responded to the scene of a crash that claimed the lives of two people. The accident occurred at around 3:00 a.m. on January 14.
According to the CHP reports, a Ford Bronco was traveling north on the southbound side of Interstate 385 during the early morning hours. For reasons unknown, it collided head-on with a Honda Accord near mile marker 31. The driver of the Ford was transported to an area hospital for medical care. The driver and passenger in the Honda were both fatally injured and pronounced deceased on site. The victims were identified as 28-year-old Gabriel Bernard Hagood and 23-year-old Nytaysha Shaleece Jones, both of Greenville, South Carolina. At this time, the incident is being investigated by the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
We hope the injured victim recovers quickly.
Our sympathies go out to the families of Gabriel Bernard Hagood and Nytaysha Shaleece Jones.
Fatal Car Accidents in South Carolina
Fatal accidents are reported every day in our state. Although these accidents take place frequently, it is nearly impossible to prepare for the sudden and unexpected impact that they will have on your family. The unfortunate truth is that we see a significant number of fatal collisions take place as a result of driver negligence. Some of the leading factors in these accidents include:
- Distracted driving: drivers who do not pay attention to the road ahead can cause devastating accidents that ultimately take the lives of innocent people. Unfortunately, there are many accidents caused by drivers who are eating, talking with passengers, or texting on their cell phones.
- Speeding: traveling too fast increases the risk of a driver losing control of their vehicle. Speeding, especially around curved roadways, can result in drivers drifting into other nearby lanes and crashing into other vehicles.
- Tailgating: traveling too closely to other vehicles on the road is incredibly dangerous. When tailgating or following too closely, drivers do not have the ability to stop in time to avoid collisions. As a result, we see many innocent people lose their lives as a result of drivers who engage in this reckless action.
If your loved one died as a result of another driver’s reckless actions, it is crucial that you seek legal representation from a wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible. You may have options available to help you move forward.
It is never easy to cope with the loss of a loved one, especially when it was caused by someone else’s negligence. At Ted Greve & Associates, we understand the emotional and financial toll that fatal accidents can take on families. That is why our dedicated team of wrongful death attorneys strives to provide effective and compassionate legal representation for our clients. We believe that obtaining full and fair compensation not only helps alleviate some of the stress faced by families but also provides them with peace of mind as they navigate through this difficult time. If you have lost a loved one in a car accident, do not hesitate to reach out to our dedicated legal team at (800) 693-7833 for a free case evaluation. Allow us to help you seek justice and move forward toward healing and closure.
