Marisela Gaither, 48, of Winnsboro Identified as Victim in Fatal Newberry County Crash
On Saturday, July 19, 2025, the Newberry County Coroner’s Office responded to a fatal single-vehicle collision in the 300 block of St. Phillips Church Road, South Carolina. Sadly, the crash claimed the life of the vehicle’s sole occupant.
🕊️ Victim Identified
Coroner Laura Kneece confirmed the deceased as 48‑year‑old Marisela Gaither, a lifelong resident of Winnsboro, South Carolina. Gaither was the only person inside the vehicle at the time of the accident.
📋 Investigation Status
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Autopsy Pending: An autopsy is scheduled to take place this week to determine the exact cause and manner of death.
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Ongoing Inquiry: Both the Newberry County Coroner’s Office and the South Carolina Highway Patrol are working jointly to uncover what led to this fatal crash.
⚠️ Community Impact & Response
Marisela Gaither was well-known within her Winnsboro community—remembered as a dedicated family member, a loving friend, and a valued neighbor. News of her passing has deeply affected those who knew her. Local leaders and residents are expressing their condolences and support for her family during this difficult time.
🔍 What Authorities Are Looking Into
Investigators are meticulously piecing together critical information to explain the circumstances at the time of the crash:
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Vehicle forensics: Details about the car’s condition and whether mechanical failure played a role.
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Environmental factors: Road surface conditions, signage, visibility, and lighting at the site.
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Potential witness reports: Authorities are appealing to anyone in the area around the time of the incident who saw the vehicle or anything suspicious to come forward.
📢 Community Call to Action
If you have any information—however small—that might shed light on Marisela’s final moments, especially if you were in the St. Phillips Church Road vicinity around the time of the crash, please contact:
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South Carolina Highway Patrol
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Newberry County Coroner’s Office
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Local authorities via the non-emergency number
Your input could be crucial in providing clarity and bringing closure to the Gaither family.
📅 What Comes Next
| Task | Expected Timeline |
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| Autopsy results | Within several days |
| Official investigation | Ongoing into the future |
| Toxicology reports | Awaited from the autopsy |
| Public updates | To be released post-analysis |
🕯️ In Memoriam
Marisela’s life was a light in the Winnsboro community—marked by quiet generosity, friendship, and kindness. Though her passing was sudden and tragic, the impact she made will resonate with those who knew her. Messages of sympathy and support are welcomed by her loved ones.