Woman Killed in North Charleston Car Accident
The Charleston County Coroner's Office identified the woman as Laura Stroman, 61, of North Charleston, who died at the scene of a head-on collision.
Candice BondLaura Stroman, 61, of North Charleston, was killed in a head-on car crash on Carner Avenue in North Charleston on Oct. 23, according to the Charleston County Coroner's Office.
The Morning Collision on Carner Avenue
The crash happened on Carner Avenue at about 7:21 a.m. Stroman died at the scene after suffering blunt force injuries, the coroner's office said. The office announced her identity on the following Tuesday.
Where the North Charleston Police Investigation Stands
North Charleston police are leading the investigation. Officials said a 26-year-old Summerville man was arrested later on the day of the crash.
Which agency investigates often depends on where the crash happened. Highway crashes are often handled by state police or highway patrol, and crashes on city streets by local officers.
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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