Jessica Birkmire, 53, killed after being crushed by heavy door at steel mill on Highway 78 in Ladson, South Carolina
CCSO: One dead after accident at Ladson steel manufacturer
According to CCSO, crews were called to Pegasus Steel at 9801 Highway 78 (near the fair grounds) around 3:00 p.m.
Initial reports indicate a large door closed on the victim, who died on scene, CCSO said.
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After someone dies in a motor-vehicle accident, grieving family members and friends are often left with many questions. What caused the accident? Could it have been avoided? What do they do now that their loved one is gone?
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