SUMTER, S.C. — A tragic single-vehicle crash claimed the life of a Sumter County woman late Wednesday night. The Sumter County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as 58-year-old Libby Weston, a beloved local resident whose sudden passing has left the community in mourning.
According to Coroner Robbie Baker, the collision occurred on July 16, 2025, at approximately 11:14 p.m. at the intersection of Broad Street and Camden Highway in Sumter. Preliminary investigations reveal that Weston’s vehicle veered off the roadway and struck a utility pole. Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene, and Weston was transported to Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital for treatment. Despite medical efforts, she was pronounced deceased at the hospital.
The coroner’s office confirmed that Weston’s next of kin have been notified. “Our thoughts are with Libby Weston’s family and loved ones during this difficult time,” Baker said in a statement, expressing condolences on behalf of the coroner’s office. Weston was known in the Sumter community for her warmth and connection to those around her, and her loss has deeply affected friends and neighbors.
The Sumter Police Department, in collaboration with the Sumter County Coroner’s Office, is actively investigating the circumstances of the crash. Authorities have not yet disclosed specific details about what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway. Information regarding potential factors such as speed, weather conditions, or impairment has not been released, and it remains unclear whether other vehicles or individuals were involved.
Investigators are continuing to examine the incident to determine the exact cause of the crash. The Sumter Police Department is urging anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the investigation. Those with details about the incident are encouraged to contact the Sumter Police Department at (803) 436-2700 or Crime Stoppers at p3tips.com.
This heartbreaking event underscores the importance of road safety and the unpredictable nature of driving conditions. As the Sumter community grieves, Weston’s memory lives on through the lives she touched. Details about memorial services or further tributes are expected to be shared by her family in the coming days.
