Marion Glymph Lexington SC Car Accident; Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has confirmed the identity of the victim in a tragic fatal collision that occurred on Sunday afternoon near Swansea, South Carolina
Margaret Fisher, Lexington County Coroner, has identified the victim’s identify in a tragic fatal crash that occurred on Sunday afternoon near Swansea, South Carolina. Marion Phillip Glymph, 68, of Lexington, was pronounced deceased at the site of the collision, which occurred at the intersection of Highway 6 (SC-6) and Martin Neese Road.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol states that the crash occurred around 4:40 p.m. According to investigators, Glymph was driving a 2003 Dodge van north on Martin Neese Road. At the same moment, a 2015 Nissan SUV was driving east on SC-6 when they collided at the crossing. The exact details of what caused the incident are still being investigated.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to provide aid to those involved in the accident. The driver and passenger in the Nissan SUV were both transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Thankfully, they are expected to recover. However, despite wearing his seatbelt, Glymph succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The accident has prompted an outpouring of condolences from the Lexington community, where Glymph was a well-known and respected figure. Family, friends, and neighbors are grieving the sudden loss of a man they describe as kind-hearted and dependable. Local residents have expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, which serves as a stark reminder of the risks present on rural roadways.
The intersection at SC-6 and Martin Neese Road, where the collision occurred, is known for its heavy traffic and limited visibility, which can make navigating it challenging. Many community members have voiced concerns in the past about the intersection’s safety, calling for measures to improve visibility and traffic control in the area. Glymph’s death has reignited these concerns, with locals urging the South Carolina Department of Transportation to consider potential improvements, such as additional signage, traffic lights, or even a redesign of the intersection.