Elderly Man Dies After Being Struck By His Own Vehicle in St. Stephen
An 82-year-old man in St. Stephen, South Carolina, died after being hit by his own car when he accidentally put it in reverse instead of park as he was exiting the vehicle.
Champaign Urbana & Springfield Decatur, IL, November 7, 2026 —
A resident of St. Stephen, South Carolina, has died following an accident involving his own vehicle. The incident occurred when the 82-year-old man was exiting his car and the vehicle unexpectedly moved.
According to details of the incident, the man reportedly placed his car in reverse instead of park as he was getting out. The vehicle then struck the man, leading to his death. The specific date and time of the incident were not provided. The exact location within St. Stephen where the accident took place also was not specified. The name of the individual involved has not been released.
No further details regarding the circumstances or any official investigation outcomes were available in the summary provided. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
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