Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has confirmed the identity of the victim in a tragic fatal collision that occurred on Sunday afternoon near Swansea, South Carolina. Marion Phillip Glymph, a 68-year-old resident of Lexington, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident, which took place at the intersection of Highway 6 (SC-6) and Martin Neese Road.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol reports that the collision happened around 4:40 p.m. According to authorities, Glymph was driving a 2003 Dodge van traveling north on Martin Neese Road. At the same time, a 2015 Nissan SUV was heading east on SC-6 when the two vehicles collided at the intersection. The exact details of what led to the collision are still under investigation.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to provide aid to those involved in the accident. The driver and passenger in the Nissan SUV were both transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Thankfully, they are expected to recover. However, despite wearing his seatbelt, Glymph succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The accident has prompted an outpouring of condolences from the Lexington community, where Glymph was a well-known and respected figure. Family, friends, and neighbors are grieving the sudden loss of a man they describe as kind-hearted and dependable. Local residents have expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, which serves as a stark reminder of the risks present on rural roadways.
The intersection at SC-6 and Martin Neese Road, where the collision occurred, is known for its heavy traffic and limited visibility, which can make navigating it challenging. Many community members have voiced concerns in the past about the intersection’s safety, calling for measures to improve visibility and traffic control in the area. Glymph’s death has reignited these concerns, with locals urging the South Carolina Department of Transportation to consider potential improvements, such as additional signage, traffic lights, or even a redesign of the intersection.
