Ford Explorer struck disabled RV near Narrow Bridge Road
May 10, 2026 | Darlington, SC
A Hartsville woman died in a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon on East Bobo Newsom Highway in Darlington County.
What happened in the crash?
Barbara Anne Purdy of Hartsville died after a Ford Explorer struck a disabled RV and hit her on East Bobo Newsom Highway in Darlington County.
- The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported a 1996 Ford RV disabled and facing west on East Bobo Newsom Highway near Narrow Bridge Road.
- Around 2 p.m. on May 10, a westbound 2016 Ford Explorer struck the rear of the RV.
- Barbara Anne Purdy of Hartsville was standing behind the RV when she was struck.
- She was pronounced dead at the scene.
- The Explorer driver, a Hartsville police officer, suffered injuries and was taken to a local hospital.
- The investigation remains active.
Why do these accidents happen?
Road conditions, visibility of signage, and lighting often play roles in pedestrian-involved crashes. In cases such as this, thorough examination of these factors helps determine how similar incidents occur on U.S. roadways.
| Statistic Source | Key Data | Year/Period |
|---|
| Governors Highway Safety Association | 3,304 pedestrians were killed in the first half of the year | 2024 |
| Federal Highway Administration | Pedestrian fatalities remain a leading concern in rural highway incidents | Recent reports |
Legal Insights
“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a pedestrian accident case and prove negligence. Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must be thoroughly examined.”
— Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal
“It is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress.”
— Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal
Key takeaways:
- Families may pursue compensation for economic and non-economic losses.
- Insurance companies may offer quick settlements below full case value.
- Legal guidance helps ensure fair treatment and proper documentation.
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