WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. – The West Columbia Police Department is currently conducting an investigation into a fatal crash that occurred near the intersection of 12th Street and B Avenue. The incident resulted in multiple deaths, and 24-year-old Joshua R. Yarborough of West Columbia has been taken into custody in connection with the crash.
Yarborough is facing charges of two counts of felony DUI resulting in death and one count of leaving the scene of an accident. He will be held at the Lexington County Detention Center awaiting bond court. The investigation into the crash is ongoing as authorities work to gather more information about the events leading up to the tragic incident.
The crash has left the community in shock and mourning for the lives lost. The West Columbia Police Department is urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
As the community grieves for the lives lost in this devastating crash, it serves as a reminder of the importance of safe and responsible driving. The consequences of reckless behavior behind the wheel can have tragic and irreversible outcomes.
Authorities are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the crash and ensure that justice is served for the victims and their families. The full impact of this tragic incident is yet to be fully comprehended, and the community is coming together to support those affected by the loss.
This devastating crash near 12th Street and B Avenue has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting a renewed emphasis on the importance of safe and responsible driving practices. The investigation continues as the community mourns for the lives lost and stands in solidarity with the affected families.