South Carolina Reporting Authority: 13th Circuit Solicitor’s Office
Type of Accident: Drunk driving crash
Location of Accident: South Pleasantburg Drive near Melvin Drive in Greenville, SC
Injuries: Fatal
Description of Accident: A Greenville man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for the 2018 drunk driving wreck that left a 68-year-old Pamplico man dead. In the 2018 wreck, the defendant was traveling on South Pleasantburg Drive when he attempted a U-turn near Melvin Drive, causing a crash with an on-coming vehicle. The driver was charged with DUI (driving under the influence). Tragically, his passenger died from injuries sustained in the crash.
Local media Coverage: Greenville News
