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Reviewed by: Timothy Clay Kulp, Attorney at Law
Originally Published: October 24, 2013
Last Reviewed: October 24, 2013
This article has been reviewed for legal accuracy by Timothy Clay Kulp, founding partner of Kulp & Elliott. Mr. Kulp has practiced law in South Carolina for more than four decades and has experience as a criminal defense attorney, prosecutor, municipal judge, and FBI Special Agent. He is board certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy.
The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal advice. South Carolina law may change, and the application of the law depends on the specific facts of each case. Reading this article does not create an attorney-client relationship with Kulp & Elliott. If you have questions about your particular situation, speak directly with a qualified South Carolina attorney.
Driver in Orangeburg Dies After Arrest for DUI
A 34-year-old inmate at the Orangeburg County jail was found dead Monday morning after being arrested for his involvement in an accident while driving under the influence, officials say as reported by Channel 5 news.
Authorities told The Times and Democrat of Orangeburg that 34-year-old Thurston Massey was found slumped over in a cell around 6:15 a.m. Monday after he was arrested on a driving under the influence charge.
According to the Orangeburg County Coroner’s Office, Massey died from shock as a result of abdominal bleeding from injuries sustained during the earlier DUI accident.
Orangeburg County Administrator Harold Young says Massey refused medical care when he came to the jail, but was checked by a nurse.
Since October 2012, two inmates have committed suicide, a third died from a heart condition and the cause of death hasn’t been determined for a fourth death.
The State Law Enforcement Division is investigating the latest death. Young says he does not think the jail has an ongoing problem.
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About This Article
Reviewed by: Timothy Clay Kulp, Attorney at Law
Originally Published: October 24, 2013
Last Reviewed: October 24, 2013
This article has been reviewed for legal accuracy by Timothy Clay Kulp, founding partner of Kulp & Elliott. Mr. Kulp has practiced law in South Carolina for more than four decades and has experience as a criminal defense attorney, prosecutor, municipal judge, and FBI Special Agent. He is board certified in Criminal Trial Advocacy.
The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal advice. South Carolina law may change, and the application of the law depends on the specific facts of each case. Reading this article does not create an attorney-client relationship with Kulp & Elliott. If you have questions about your particular situation, speak directly with a qualified South Carolina attorney.