Marion Glymph Lexington SC Death & Obituary: Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the victim of a tragic collision that took place Sunday afternoon near Swansea, South Carolina, as 68-year-old Marion Phillip Glymph, a resident of Lexington. Glymph was pronounced dead at the scene following the accident at the intersection of Highway 6 (SC-6) and Martin Neese Road.
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the accident occurred around 4:40 p.m. Glymph was driving a 2003 Dodge van northbound on Martin Neese Road when his vehicle collided with a 2015 Nissan SUV traveling east on SC-6. Authorities are still investigating the exact cause of the collision.
Emergency personnel responded promptly, providing aid to those involved. The driver and passenger in the Nissan SUV were transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and are expected to recover. Despite wearing his seatbelt, Glymph succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Lexington community has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden loss of Glymph, a well-known and respected figure described by friends and neighbors as kind-hearted and dependable. His passing has led to an outpouring of condolences and has reignited long-standing concerns about the safety of the intersection where the accident occurred.
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The SC-6 and Martin Neese Road intersection is known for its high traffic and limited visibility, making it a challenging area for drivers. Community members have previously voiced concerns over safety at this location, urging the South Carolina Department of Transportation to consider measures such as improved signage, traffic lights, or a redesign. Glymph’s tragic death has intensified these calls, as locals hope for changes that will prevent future accidents on this rural roadway.
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