One Person Killed Near Chester County Welcome Center On I-77

CHESTER, S.C. — Troopers say one person was killed in a crash near the Chester County Welcome Center on I-77.

The accident happened on March 20th just after 9pm on I-77 North near mile marker 66.

Troopers say a 34-year-old driver traveling north on I-77 in a Kia Sorento struck a Toyota Camry that was heading west out of the Welcome Center, attempting to cross I-77 to the median.

The driver of the Camry was pronounced dead on the scene.  The driver of the Sorento and his five passengers were all taken to a local hospital as a precaution.  No other details have been released at this time.  Check back for updates.