The community is mourning the tragic loss of Florence Hohn, a 68-year-old woman from New Port Richey, whose life was suddenly cut short in a crash along Interstate 95 in Clarendon County. Her unexpected passing has left family members, friends, and loved ones grieving the loss of someone remembered for her warmth and the impact she had on those around her.
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 11 a.m. Friday near the 119-mile marker on Interstate 95. Authorities reported that a 1999 Ford Explorer was traveling north when the vehicle exited the interstate and left the roadway to the left side. Investigators said the vehicle briefly returned to the road before veering off the roadway again.
During the sequence of events, the SUV overturned, resulting in a devastating crash. Emergency responders arrived quickly at the scene, but Hohn, who was driving the vehicle, was pronounced dead due to the severe injuries she sustained. The tragic incident has left her loved ones and community members struggling to cope with the sudden loss.
A passenger in the vehicle survived the crash but was injured and transported to a hospital in Florence County for medical treatment. Authorities have not released additional information regarding the passenger’s current condition. Officials continue to gather details as part of the ongoing investigation.
The Clarendon County Coroner’s Office later confirmed the identity of the victim as Florence Hohn of New Port Richey. Officials stated that an autopsy is scheduled at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston as part of the standard process following fatal crashes.
Master Trooper William Bennett reported that the crash remains under investigation while authorities continue examining the circumstances that led to the rollover. As investigators work to understand what happened on that stretch of Interstate 95, family and friends are remembering Florence Hohn for the life she lived and the kindness she shared. Her passing leaves a lasting void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
