To honor Lindsey Case: Demand improved safety measures at dangerous intersection

Recent signers:
Jessica Tooley and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

Lindsey was a dedicated nurse, a loving newlywed, and a devoted new mom when her promising future was tragically taken away. On January 12, Lindsey and her 17-month-old daughter were struck by a drunk driver at a notoriously dangerous intersection right here in our community at Fork Shoals Rd and New Harrison Bridge Rd. The collision shattered a family and left Jeff, Lindsey's husband, to navigate the profound loss and raise their baby girl on his own, holding onto the precious memories of a life stolen too soon.

The intersection where this tragedy occurred is known for its low visibility and frequent accidents, posing a constant threat to all who travel through it. Despite the numerous accidents and injuries that have occurred there, little has been done to address these significant safety concerns.

We can't allow more lives to be endangered or tragically lost due to inaction. We must act now to prevent further heartache in our community. We call upon local city officials and the South Carolina Department of Transportation to immediately implement enhanced safety measures at this intersection. This includes installing improved lighting, clearer signage, and traffic calming measures such as speed bumps or roundabouts, which are proven to reduce collision risks.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), intersections account for approximately 40% of all crashes. Addressing the issues at this specific intersection isn’t just necessary—it’s urgent. Enhanced lighting can improve visibility significantly, and studies have shown that traffic calming measures can reduce the severity of accidents when they do occur.

This is a collective effort to save lives and prevent future tragedies. We owe it to Lindsey, her family, and everyone who uses these roads, to ensure they are as safe as possible. Please join us in making our streets safer for everyone by signing this petition. Together, we can make a real difference and honor Lindsey’s memory by ensuring no other family has to suffer such a devastating loss.

Sign this petition to demand action and improve safety measures at this perilous intersection.

For more information regarding this accident: https://www.foxcarolina.com/2026/02/06/upstate-husband-now-raising-baby-alone-remembers-wife-tragically-killed-dui-crash/

 

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Recent signers:
Jessica Tooley and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

Lindsey was a dedicated nurse, a loving newlywed, and a devoted new mom when her promising future was tragically taken away. On January 12, Lindsey and her 17-month-old daughter were struck by a drunk driver at a notoriously dangerous intersection right here in our community at Fork Shoals Rd and New Harrison Bridge Rd. The collision shattered a family and left Jeff, Lindsey's husband, to navigate the profound loss and raise their baby girl on his own, holding onto the precious memories of a life stolen too soon.

The intersection where this tragedy occurred is known for its low visibility and frequent accidents, posing a constant threat to all who travel through it. Despite the numerous accidents and injuries that have occurred there, little has been done to address these significant safety concerns.

We can't allow more lives to be endangered or tragically lost due to inaction. We must act now to prevent further heartache in our community. We call upon local city officials and the South Carolina Department of Transportation to immediately implement enhanced safety measures at this intersection. This includes installing improved lighting, clearer signage, and traffic calming measures such as speed bumps or roundabouts, which are proven to reduce collision risks.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), intersections account for approximately 40% of all crashes. Addressing the issues at this specific intersection isn’t just necessary—it’s urgent. Enhanced lighting can improve visibility significantly, and studies have shown that traffic calming measures can reduce the severity of accidents when they do occur.

This is a collective effort to save lives and prevent future tragedies. We owe it to Lindsey, her family, and everyone who uses these roads, to ensure they are as safe as possible. Please join us in making our streets safer for everyone by signing this petition. Together, we can make a real difference and honor Lindsey’s memory by ensuring no other family has to suffer such a devastating loss.

Sign this petition to demand action and improve safety measures at this perilous intersection.

For more information regarding this accident: https://www.foxcarolina.com/2026/02/06/upstate-husband-now-raising-baby-alone-remembers-wife-tragically-killed-dui-crash/

 

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The Decision Makers

Kurt Walters
Kurt Walters
County Traffic Engingeer
Responded
Thank you for reaching out and I share the concern for safety. My sympathies are with the family’s loss and I understand why the citizens want action. However, as the county’s traffic engineer, endorsing a petition would be a conflict with my duty to evaluate intersections impartially. I have to keep my analysis and any recommendations independent, based on data and engineering judgment. In this case, the crash report attributes the fatality to a DUI, not sight lines, signage, or geometry. That doesn’t make it less tragic, but it does change what safety countermeasures can be addressed. The SCDOT is aware of the citizen concerns and as part of the routine screening process, they will evaluate the crash history and share those findings with the citizens and local leadership. If the data show a pattern beyond impairment-related crashes, they can prioritize improvements through the normal channel. I hope you and the concerned citizens can understand my position and please let me know if you have any other questions. Kurt Walters Greenville County Traffic Engineer Note: The Change.org Civic Engagement Team reaches out to decision makers to let them know about petitions in their community and to help facilitate engagement with supporters. The above was an email response we received regarding this petition.
Greenville County Council
10 Members
1 Responded
Curt McGahhey
Greenville County Council - District 21
Good Morning, I'm more than happy to advocate for your cause but want to be clear on how the system works and that the County does not have jurisdiction over that intersection. The intersection in question is a state intersection. Both roads are operated and maintained by the state. The best place to address this would be at a GPATS (Greenville Pickens Area Transit Study) meeting and also with your state legislative delegation and your representatives on that delegation. The county has no directive authority over GPATS. A link to their site is below. https://gpats.org/Default.aspx Sincerely, Curt Curt McGahhey Greenville County Council • District 21
Kelly Long
Greenville County Council - District 18
Joey Russo
Greenville County Council - District 17
Max K. Metcalf
Max K. Metcalf
Chair of SCDOT Commission
Henry McMaster
South Carolina Governor
William Dukes
William Dukes
SCDOT Commission Vice Chair

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