Aiken County, October 9, 2025

News Summary

Two separate fatal crashes in Aiken County have resulted in the deaths of two men, including a 71-year-old and a 21-year-old. The incidents occurred days apart and are currently under investigation by local authorities. A third crash also involved a pedestrian. As South Carolina sees a decrease in fatal accidents, these tragedies highlight ongoing road safety concerns.

Aiken County Reports Two Fatal Crashes Claiming Local Lives

Two separate fatal crashes in Aiken County have claimed the lives of two men, as confirmed by the Aiken County Coroner’s Office. The incidents occurred within a span of days and are part of ongoing investigations by local authorities.

First Incident Details

The first fatal accident took place on Tuesday around 10:15 a.m. on Charleston Highway at Oak Street in Windsor. Involved in a two-vehicle collision, Jack W. Coleman, a 71-year-old man from Barnwell, crossed the centerline and collided head-on with an eastbound logging truck. Following the collision, Coleman was transported to Wellstar MCG by Aiken County EMS. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries at 12:26 p.m. the same day.

Second Incident Involves Pedestrian

The second fatal incident occurred later that evening, on October 2 at 8:13 p.m. on Hampton Avenue near Fairfield Street. An unidentified male pedestrian was crossing Hampton Avenue when he was struck by a 2008 Chevrolet Cruze. Like Coleman, the victim was transported to Wellstar MCG but later died from his injuries on Tuesday. His identity will be released only after the next of kin has been notified.

Third Crash Leads to Young Man’s Death

A third separate crash involved two pickup trucks on S.C. 4/Wagener Road, resulting in the death of 21-year-old Jacob Langley. This collision occurred on Saturday at about 1:10 p.m. when Langley’s 1991 GMC pickup was making a left turn and was struck by a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado that was attempting to pass. Both vehicles subsequently crashed into a pond, and Langley was pronounced dead at the scene at approximately 1:40 p.m. The driver and a passenger in the Chevrolet Silverado sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to an area hospital.

Ongoing Investigations and Public Response

Langley’s body is scheduled for autopsy in Newberry, and the crash remains under investigation by the Aiken County Coroner’s Office and the South Carolina Highway Patrol. In light of his untimely death, a fundraiser for Langley’s funeral expenses has been initiated by his aunt, who expressed the family’s shock and financial unpreparedness.

State of Road Safety

As of September 28, 2025, South Carolina has witnessed at least 656 fatalities on its roads, including 14 deaths registered in Aiken County this year. This statistic demonstrates a decline in fatal accidents compared to the previous year, which recorded 948 deaths across the state.

Conclusion

The recent incidents have cast a somber cloud over Aiken County as local communities grapple with the consequences of these tragedies. As investigations continue, law enforcement officials are encouraging drivers to exercise caution and pay attention to their surroundings.

FAQ Section

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Additional Resources

• WRDW: 2 Dead After Separate Aiken County Crashes
• Wikipedia: Road Safety
• WJBF: Fatal Aiken County Crash Claims Life of 21-Year-Old Driver
• Google Search: Aiken County traffic accidents
• WRDW: 71-Year-Old Driver, Pedestrian Die After Crashes
• Google Scholar: Traffic Accidents South Carolina
• The State: Traffic News in Aiken County
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Accident
• Augusta Press: Aiken Man Killed in Two-Car Crash
• Google News: Aiken County road safety

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