Greenwood County, SC (February 26, 2026) – One person was killed, and two others were injured on Wednesday evening, February 25, in a head-on crash on Old Laurens Rd near S.C. 246. The collision happened around 6:35 p.m., according to officials.
Conyetta Spearm Seymore, 42, of Greenwood, was driving a 2017 Nissan sedan south on Old Laurens Rd. Authorities said the Nissan ran off the right side of the road and then overcorrected. The car crossed the center line and entered the path of an oncoming 2006 Ford SUV.
The Ford was also traveling south when the Nissan swerved into its lane. The SUV driver attempted to avoid the crash and veered off the right side of the roadway. Despite the maneuver, the Nissan continued forward and struck the Ford head-on.
Seymore and both occupants of the Ford were taken to an area hospital. Seymore suffered blunt force trauma and was pronounced dead at 7:28 p.m. that same day. The conditions of the Ford driver and passenger were not released.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
What Can Lead to a Head-on Crash on Rural Roads?
Head-on crashes often happen when a vehicle crosses the center line into oncoming traffic. This can occur after a driver runs off the road and overcorrects. Sudden steering movements may cause the vehicle to lose stability and enter the opposite lane.
Rural roads may increase the risk of these collisions. Many have narrow shoulders, limited lighting, and higher speed limits. Drivers may also encounter curves or uneven pavement that make recovery after drifting off the roadway more difficult.
In head-on crashes, the force of impact is often severe because both vehicles are moving toward each other. Even when drivers try to avoid a collision, reaction time and road conditions can limit their ability to prevent it.
