Kershaw Co, SC (February 12, 2026) – A head-on crash on Old Stagecoach Rd in a rural area east of Camden left one driver dead and another hospitalized Wednesday afternoon, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Key Details
- Reported: February 11 at 4:10 p.m.
- Location: Old Stagecoach Rd near Timber Creek Rd
- Type: Two-vehicle head-on crash
- Vehicles: 2010 Honda Civic and 2011 Honda Accord
- Agencies: South Carolina Highway Patrol, Kershaw County Coroner’s Office
- Status: Investigation ongoing
What We Know So Far
- Authorities said a 2010 Honda Civic was traveling south on Old Stagecoach Rd when it collided head-on with a northbound 2011 Honda Accord near Timber Creek Rd.
- The driver of the Civic died at the scene.
- The Accord driver was injured and transported to Prisma Health Richland Hospital in Columbia.
- Officials confirmed both drivers were alone in their vehicles at the time of the crash.
What’s Not Yet Confirmed
- The identity of the deceased driver
- The current condition of the injured driver
- Whether either driver was wearing a seatbelt
- The factors that led to the vehicles colliding
Local Context
Old Stagecoach Rd runs through a rural section of Kershaw County east of Camden, connecting smaller community roads such as Timber Creek Rd. The area is characterized by stretches of two-lane roadway where opposing traffic travels without a physical median. In parts of the county outside Camden’s city center, drivers may encounter limited shoulders and fewer lighting features compared to more developed corridors. When serious crashes occur along routes like Old Stagecoach Rd, emergency crews often travel from surrounding communities to reach the scene and secure the roadway while investigators document vehicle positions and roadway conditions.
What to Do Next
- If you were involved, move to a safe location if possible and check for injuries. Call 911 if anyone needs medical attention.
- Avoid arguing about fault at the scene. Provide clear information to the police and let officials determine what happened.
- Request the incident or report number from responding officers if one is provided.
- Monitor how you feel after the crash. Some injuries can appear hours or days later.
FAQ
Q: What information is typically included in a crash report?
A: A crash report generally lists the date and location, the vehicles involved, driver and passenger information, roadway conditions, and an officer’s preliminary assessment of how the collision occurred.
Q: What are common causes of head-on crashes?
A: Head-on crashes can result from vehicles crossing the center line, attempting unsafe passes, driver distraction, or other factors that cause a vehicle to enter opposing traffic lanes.
Q: Who decides whether citations are issued after a crash?
A: Law enforcement officers reviewing the scene and evidence determine whether traffic laws were violated and whether any citations are appropriate.
Source
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