SAINT GEORGE, S.C. — The community is mourning the tragic loss of Samuel Dantzler, 20, of Harleyville, and Brianna Wiles, 23, of Round O, who both died in a Sunday morning collision on US-15, south of Saint George.
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, Dantzler was driving a Chevrolet truck southbound when the vehicle ran off the side of the roadway and struck a tree. Samuel Dantzler was pronounced deceased at the scene, while Brianna Wiles, the passenger, was transported to Trident Medical Center, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
Authorities from the South Carolina Highway Patrol and the Dorchester County Coroner’s Office are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine contributing factors. At this time, no additional details have been released.
Friends and family remember Samuel and Brianna as vibrant, caring, and full of life. The community has expressed profound sorrow over the sudden loss, offering condolences and support to their loved ones. Social media tributes and messages of sympathy reflect the deep impact both had on those around them.
This tragic accident serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of road safety. Samuel Dantzler and Brianna Wiles will be remembered for the joy they brought to their families, friends, and communities, and their passing leaves a lasting void in the hearts of those who knew them.
Arrangements for services are expected to be shared by the families in the coming days. The community continues to grieve while honoring the memories of these two young lives lost too soon.