A Leesville man, Timothy Bruce Smith, aged 72, has been identified as the victim of a structure fire in Saluda County, South Carolina. Despite being flown to Prisma Health Richland trauma unit, he later died from his injuries. The incident is currently under investigation. D.V. Wise reported
Leesville Man Identified as Victim of Tragic Structure Fire in Saluda County, South Carolina
The Saluda County Coroner’s Office has officially identified Timothy Bruce Smith, a 72-year-old resident of Leesville, as the victim of a devastating structure fire that occurred in Saluda County. The incident, which took place in the Circle area off Columbia Hwy / Hwy. 378, was reported in the early morning hours of Thursday, November 9th.
Upon receiving the emergency call, the Saluda County Fire Service along with other first responders rushed to the scene to extinguish the flames and rescue any individuals trapped inside. Tragically, Mr. Smith was unable to escape the inferno and was trapped within his own home/business.
Following the rescue operation, Mr. Smith was quickly transported by air to the Prisma Health Richland trauma unit in an attempt to save his life. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, he succumbed to his injuries and tragically passed away in the early afternoon.
In light of this devastating incident, the Saluda County Coroner’s Office will collaborate with the Saluda County Sheriff’s Office, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, and the Saluda County Fire Service to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire and the circumstances surrounding Mr. Smith’s death.
Please note that this is an ongoing investigation, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
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