A 19-year-old from Moncks Corner has died following a collision with a semi-trailer on Interstate 95, highlighting ongoing concerns over deadly accidents on South Carolina highways amid investigations into safety measures.
A 19-year-old from Moncks Corner died after a crash on Interstate 95 northbound near the Jasper County line, South Carolina Highway Patrol said. Authorities identified the victim as Arthur Vieira Anjos and said he was driving a 2026 Toyota Camry when it collided with a 2022 Peterbilt tractor-trailer. The truck driver was not hurt. (scnow.com)
The collision happened on January 14, 2026, and Anjos was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Highway Patrol. The cause of death has not yet been determined and the crash remains under investigation. (scnow.com)
Fatal wrecks on South Carolina interstates have continued to draw scrutiny from state investigators. In a separate case last year, the Highway Patrol investigated a deadly pedestrian crash on I-26 in Newberry County, underscoring the risks that can arise on high-speed corridors even when only one vehicle type is involved. (scnow.com)
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