Orangeburg County Pickup Truck Collision Claims the Life of K.J. Stringfellow

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, South Carolina — A single-vehicle crash in Orangeburg County claimed the life of K.J. Stringfellow in the early morning hours of Saturday, September 26, 2026. Emergency personnel and South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) troopers were dispatched to the collision site at the intersection of Five Chop Road and Old Number Six Highway at approximately 1:40 a.m.

According to preliminary reports from responding troopers, Stringfellow was driving a GMC Sierra northbound on Five Chop Road when the vehicle continued through the intersection, traveled off the roadway, and collided with an embankment. Emergency first responders evaluated Stringfellow, who was the sole occupant of the pickup truck, and pronounced him deceased at the scene due to fatal injuries sustained in the impact.

Official Status and Traffic Investigation

The South Carolina Highway Patrol and the Orangeburg County Coroner’s Office have initiated a joint investigation into the mechanics and contributing factors of the crash. Family members confirmed Stringfellow's identity to local authorities following official notification. State troopers restricted movement around the intersection of Five Chop Road and Old Number Six Highway for several hours while collision reconstruction specialists documented the scene and removed the wreckage. The official investigation remains active.

Community Tributes and Family Support

News of Stringfellow’s sudden death has brought heartbreak to his family, friends, and community members throughout Orangeburg County. Loved ones remember him for the meaningful relationships and memories he built with those around him. Formal details regarding memorial services, visitation hours, or family support initiatives will be released as decisions are finalized by his family.