Lexington, SC (February 13, 2026) – Two women were taken to Parkridge ER on Thursday evening following a motor vehicle crash near Park Ridge Way in Lexington. According to dispatch audio from Lexington County hospital communications, emergency medical crews transported both patients non-emergently after evaluating them at the scene.
Key Details
- Location: Park Ridge Way
- City: Lexington, SC
- Reported: February 12 at 6:11 p.m.
- Patients: 85-year-old driver and 28-year-old passenger
- Injuries: Neck and back pain reported; both alert and stable
- Transport: Taken to Parkridge ER by Lexington Medic 21
What We Know So Far
- The crash involved a single vehicle traveling approximately 30 mph at the time of the collision.
- The driver, an 85-year-old woman, reported neck and back pain and was placed in a cervical collar as a precaution.
- The passenger, a 28-year-old woman, complained of lower back pain.
- Both patients were conscious with a Glasgow Coma Scale score of 15 and were wearing seatbelts.
What’s Not Yet Confirmed
- The exact cause of the crash.
- Whether any other vehicles were involved.
- The extent of vehicle damage beyond the reported rear-end impact.
- Whether additional medical treatment was required after arrival.
Local Context
Park Ridge Way is located in a residential area of Lexington, not far from local medical facilities, including Parkridge ER, where the patients were transported. Roads in this part of Lexington County often connect neighborhood streets with larger corridors leading toward Sunset Blvd and Interstate access points. Even crashes at moderate speeds, such as the approximately 30 mph described in dispatch audio, can result in neck and back injuries that require hospital evaluation. With both patients reporting pain but remaining alert and stable, crews were able to transport them without emergency conditions while ensuring they received further assessment at the hospital.
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.
- Remain at the scene and cooperate with first responders. Leaving before the police arrive can create complications later.
- If it’s safe, take photos of vehicle damage, road conditions, and the surrounding area.
- Keep paperwork from the incident in one place for easy reference.
FAQ
Q: What information is typically included in a crash report?
A: A crash report usually contains the date and location, details about the vehicles involved, statements from drivers or witnesses, and an officer’s initial observations about how the collision occurred.
Q: Why can rear-end crashes happen so quickly in traffic?
A: Rear-end crashes often occur when a driver misjudges stopping distance, is distracted, or does not anticipate slowing traffic ahead, even at moderate speeds.
Q: Do emergency crews always transport injured people to the hospital?
A: Not always. Some individuals may decline transport after evaluation, while others are taken for further testing depending on their symptoms and medical assessment.
