Aden Jumper Obituary, Death – A 17-year-old student from Lake City has been identified as the victim of a deadly single-vehicle crash that occurred early Wednesday morning. The Florence County Coroner’s Office confirmed that the deceased is Aden Jumper of Mayesville. He was riding as a passenger in a pickup truck when the accident took place.
The crash happened around 3:50 a.m. on Railroad Avenue in Scranton. According to South Carolina Highway Patrol spokesperson Cpl. David Jones, the incident involved a 2004 Chevrolet pickup truck traveling south on the road. For reasons not yet confirmed, the truck veered off the roadway and ended up in a ditch near Willoughby Road. While the driver and another passenger seated in the back of the vehicle were unharmed, Jumper sustained fatal injuries.
Aden was a student at The Carolina Academy in Lake City and was preparing to begin his senior year. The school shared a heartfelt message on Facebook following the tragic news. In their post, they remembered Aden as a beloved member of the school community, describing him as outgoing, kind-hearted, and well-loved by classmates and teammates alike. “Our hearts are broken,” the post read, emphasizing the emotional toll of the sudden loss. They also asked the public to keep his family and friends in their thoughts and prayers during this painful time.
In response to the tragedy, a GoFundMe page was launched to help support Aden’s family with funeral and other related expenses. The page reflects the community’s efforts to come together and offer help during an incredibly difficult period.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol continues to investigate the cause of the crash. While the details surrounding the circumstances are still under review, there is no indication at this time of any criminal charges or traffic violations.
This tragic incident adds to the string of fatal crashes affecting young drivers and passengers in South Carolina. It also brings a wave of sorrow to the local school and the wider Lake City community, where Aden was well-known and deeply cherished.
Authorities have not released any further details about the driver or the second passenger. However, law enforcement and school officials continue to extend their support to those affected.
As friends, family members, and classmates mourn Aden’s untimely death, tributes continue to pour in, honoring a young life lost too soon. The Carolina Academy community, in particular, remains united in grief, offering messages of comfort and remembrance for a student who made a lasting impact in his short life.
