Authorities have released the name of a woman who died after her vehicle entered a lagoon on Hilton Head Island earlier this week. The Beaufort County Coroner’s Office confirmed that the victim was 90-year-old Helen Connors of Bluffton.
According to the coroner, the incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31, near 3 South Beach Lagoon Drive in the Sea Pines community. Connors was driving a 2000 Lincoln SUV at the time and was the only occupant of the vehicle.
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation into the incident. Preliminary reports indicate that the SUV left the road and entered the lagoon on Tuesday evening. Authorities say the vehicle was not discovered until the following morning. Deputies received a report of the submerged SUV around 7:50 a.m. Wednesday after the call was transferred from fire crews.
Officials have not released additional details regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are reviewing all available information to determine what happened.
The sheriff’s office urges anyone with information related to the incident to contact investigators. Updates will be provided as more details become available.
This case highlights the importance of cautious driving in residential and waterfront areas, especially near low-lying roads and waterways. Authorities remind all drivers to remain alert and exercise care, particularly during early morning or evening hours.
The investigation into the circumstances of the crash is active, and law enforcement continues to gather information. Residents and visitors are encouraged to stay informed through official channels as authorities provide updates.
The Beaufort County Coroner and Sheriff’s Office ask the public to respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time while the investigation proceeds.
This remains a developing story, and additional updates will be shared when confirmed by officials.
