Driver Killed in Horry County Car Accident
The single-vehicle crash happened shortly before 2 a.m. on Cates Bay Highway, and the driver has not yet been identified.
Candice BondA driver was killed in a car crash on Cates Bay Highway in Horry County on November 1, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
The Early Morning Crash on Cates Bay Highway
The Highway Patrol said the crash involved one vehicle and happened at about 1:59 a.m. near Johnson Street. Troopers said the driver of a 2018 Kia Optima was traveling south and was attempting to elude law enforcement. Troopers said the car then left the roadway, went into a ditch and struck a brick sign, then several trees and a fence. The driver died.
Where the Highway Patrol Investigation Stands
The Highway Patrol continues to investigate. Troopers said the Horry County Coroner's Office is expected to share further details about the driver. Troopers have not named the agency involved or said why the driver was trying to elude it.
Police often ask witnesses to come forward in the days after a crash. Even a small detail from someone who saw it can help fill in the picture.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in South Carolina usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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