Pedestrian Fatality in Lexington County Collision

Lexington County, S.C., August 9, 2025

News Summary

A tragic incident on Leisure Lane resulted in a fatal pedestrian crash involving a 2018 Hyundai Sonata. The pedestrian was critically injured and later died in the hospital. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the circumstances of the collision, which raises ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety in South Carolina. The driver and passengers in the vehicle were not injured, and further details about the pedestrian and the investigation have yet to be released.

Lexington County, S.C. – The South Carolina Highway Patrol is currently investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred on Leisure Lane on July 24, 2025. The crash took place around 3:33 a.m. approximately two miles north of Irmo, near the intersection of Leisure Lane and Saint Andrews Road.

In the incident, a 2018 Hyundai Sonata was involved, carrying a driver and two passengers. Reports indicate that a pedestrian was struck by the vehicle. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) promptly transported the injured pedestrian to Prisma Health Richland for medical attention.

Unfortunately, the pedestrian succumbed to their injuries on August 1, 2025, while receiving treatment at the hospital. The driver and passengers in the Hyundai Sonata were not reported as injured in the accident.

The collision is still under investigation by the South Carolina Highway Patrol, which aims to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. As of now, no further details about the pedestrian or the individuals involved in the vehicle have been released to the public.

Incident Details

• Date of Incident: July 24, 2025
• Time of Incident: Approximately 3:33 a.m.
• Location: Leisure Lane, two miles north of Irmo, S.C., near Saint Andrews Road
• Vehicle Involved: 2018 Hyundai Sonata
• Injuries: One pedestrian critically injured, later deceased; no injuries reported for the vehicle occupants
• Investigation: Ongoing by the South Carolina Highway Patrol

Background Context

Pedestrian accidents continue to pose significant safety concerns across South Carolina, with numerous incidents reported annually. According to traffic safety statistics, pedestrian-involved accidents frequently result in severe injuries or fatalities, prompting local and state authorities to enhance roadway safety measures.

Previous initiatives have included awareness campaigns aimed at educating both drivers and pedestrians about safe practices. The importance of maintaining vigilance while traveling near roadways is underscored by the rising pedestrian traffic in densely populated areas.

Leisure Lane, where the incident occurred, is known for its residential community and can experience heavy traffic at various times of the day. The investigation by the South Carolina Highway Patrol will seek to clarify the full details surrounding this unfortunate event as the community grapples with the aftermath of the collision.

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Additional Resources

• WLTX News
• Wikipedia: Pedestrian Safety
• WIS News
• Google Search: Pedestrian accidents South Carolina
• ABC News 4
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Safety
• WACH News
• Google News: Lexington County traffic
• The State
• Google Scholar: Pedestrian safety initiatives South Carolina
• Cola Daily

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