Anderson Man Killed in Head-On Crash on Pendleton Rd in Clemson, SC

Clemson, SC (June 29, 2026) – This article is an update on a previously reported crash. You can read the original article here.

A 44-year-old Anderson man was killed early Sunday morning, June 28, in a head-on, two-vehicle crash on Pendleton Road in Clemson.

Demetrius Rashad Johnson died from multiple blunt force injuries, according to the Pickens County Coroner's Office. Two people in the other vehicle were taken to the hospital. Their conditions had not been confirmed at the time of this report.

The Clemson Police Department and the Pickens County Coroner's Office are investigating the crash.

We extend our deepest condolences to Demetrius Johnson's family and all those who loved him.

What Can a Family Recover After a Fatal Head-On Crash in Clemson, SC?

When a person is killed in a head-on collision in Clemson, surviving family members may be able to recover compensation through a wrongful death claim under South Carolina law. Establishing how this particular crash occurred, including which vehicle may have left its lane of travel and what factors contributed to the collision, will be central to determining liability.

South Carolina follows a modified comparative fault system, which allows responsibility to be divided among multiple parties if more than one driver's actions contributed to the crash, though compensation can still be pursued as long as the deceased is not found to be more than fifty percent at fault.

If the circumstances are given, gathering evidence of the crash, including any available witness accounts, the official police report, and the findings of the ongoing coroner's investigation, will be important in establishing a clear understanding of how the collision occurred and who may bear responsibility.

In a South Carolina wrongful death lawsuit, surviving family members may be able to recover monetary damages for burial and funeral expenses, the loss of the deceased's future earning potential and income, and the ongoing loss of support and companionship.

A wrongful death lawyer might be able to assist a family in gathering proof of how the collision happened, navigating South Carolina's comparative fault laws, and making sure that any settlement reached accurately represents their legal losses.

You can call The Arndt Law Firm at (843) 594-1861 to discuss your rights and options after your motorcycle accident in Longs.

Note: This post has been prepared using information gathered from publicly available secondary sources. The details of the incident have not been independently verified. If you notice any inaccuracies, please contact The Arndt Law Firm so we can promptly review and update the content to ensure accuracy and reliability.

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