South Carolina

Thomas Frank Jackson Killed in Accident at I-26 in Orangeburg County, SC

Published on: October 11, 2021

Date of Accident
October 8, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Thomas Frank Jackson
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-26, Orangeburg, SC, USA

What Happened

South Carolina Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed a driver at I-26 in Orangeburg County, SC on October 8th, 2021. Officials say the incident happened around 5:15 a.m. A Kia Optima operated by 23-year-old Thomas Frank Jackson allegedly attempted to pass a tractor and collided with the truck. The truck veered left across a median after the collision and hit a tree. A second tractor headed westbound struck both vehicles and Jackson, who investigators say was not wearing a seatbelt, suffered fatal injuries. The driver of the first truck was hospitalized with minor injuries.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
South Carolina Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Kia Optima, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
I-26
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Kia Optima attempted to pass a Tractor-Trailer an both collided

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