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CCU Student Killed by Alleged Impaired Driver
27 Aug
Summary
- A 21-year-old student died after being struck by a car.
- The driver faces charges including felony DUI and hit-and-run.
- A fundraiser aims to cover funeral costs and family travel expenses.
A devastating incident occurred on August 16th near Coastal Carolina University, resulting in the death of 21-year-old Kalina Trent. Trent, a sports management major, was struck by a vehicle while crossing Highway 544 with a friend.
The driver, identified as 17-year-old Mauricio Palafox Correa, was apprehended after the vehicle was involved in a subsequent crash. Correa has been charged with felony driving under the influence and two counts of hit-and-run with great bodily injury.
Following Trent's passing, her organs were donated on August 22nd, an event marked by an honor walk involving hundreds of hospital staff, family, and friends.
Community support is mounting, with a GoFundMe campaign established to help cover funeral expenses and travel costs for Trent's family. This fund has already surpassed $5,000 towards its $50,000 goal.
