Francene Gibbs Obituary, Teen Charged in DUI Crash Killing Woman near Hollywood, SC
Francene Gibbs Obituary, Death – In a tragic incident that occurred on July 16 near Toogoogdoo Road in Hollywood, Charleston County, South Carolina, a 17-year-old teenager, Paige Marie Postell from Ravenel, has been charged with felony DUI resulting in the death of a 60-year-old woman, Francene Gibbs. The incident, as reported by the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, involved a devastating head-on collision on Highway 174.
Paige Marie Postell was behind the wheel of a Chevrolet sedan at around 7:30 a.m. when the vehicle reportedly veered across the center line, leading to a collision with a Ford sedan driven by Francene Gibbs. The impact of the crash resulted in the tragic death of Gibbs. This incident has left the community deeply shaken and grieving over the loss of a valued life.
Tragically, the consequences of the collision did not end there. Four additional individuals who were involved in the crash were rushed to a local hospital for treatment of injuries. Thankfully, the injuries sustained by these individuals were not believed to be life-threatening, offering a glimmer of relief amidst the sorrowful circumstances.
In light of this incident, the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office conducted an arrest based on evidence that pointed to Paige Marie Postell’s involvement in the crash. An arrest affidavit reveals that a blood test was administered to Postell at the hospital shortly after the accident. The results of the test indicated a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.099, which exceeded the legal limit for individuals operating a vehicle. Additionally, the test detected the presence of 6.2 nanograms of THC, a psychoactive component found in marijuana, in her system.
The severity of the situation led to the arrest of Postell on Saturday. She was subsequently booked at the Charleston County Juvenile Detention Center, facing a general sessions charge related to the fatal crash. This incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence, especially for young drivers, and the devastating impact it can have on individuals and their families.
As the legal proceedings move forward, the community mourns the loss of Francene Gibbs and sends their thoughts and condolences to her family and loved ones. This tragic incident underscores the importance of responsible and safe driving practices to prevent such heart-wrenching incidents from occurring in the future.
