South Carolina Town’s Black Most Loved Mayor Dies in Car Crash. Summerton, South Carolina, is mourning the sudden and tragic death of its first Black mayor, Tony Junious, who died in a car crash on Saturday at the age of 48.
The collision occurred at a Clarendon County intersection, and Junious, born and raised in Summerton, was taken to the hospital where he later died. The other driver involved suffered non-fatal injuries.
Junious made history in 2022 as Summerton’s first Black mayor in a majority-Black town. His dedication to public service extended beyond his mayoral role, with two decades of service on school boards in the Clarendon County School District.
“The community is grieving the loss of a leader known for his unwavering commitment and positive impact on education and the Summerton community.”
The tragic death of Mayor Tony Junious has left Summerton, South Carolina, in shock and sadness. Junious, the first Black mayor of the town, died in a car crash at a Clarendon County intersection on Saturday. Born and raised in Summerton, Junious was deeply connected to the community, and his sudden passing has left a void that will be challenging to fill.
The collision occurred at around 10:30 a.m., and Junious was taken to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The other driver involved suffered non-fatal injuries.
The Town of Summerton conveyed the heartbreaking news on Facebook, expressing the community’s shock and sadness at the sudden loss of their beloved mayor. The post highlighted Mayor Tony Junious’s dedication to public service and his love for Summerton, describing him as a leader whose commitment was constantly on display. The thoughts and prayers of the community are with the Junious family during this difficult time.
Elected in 2022, Tony Junious made history as Summerton’s first Black mayor in a majority-Black town. In an interview with WLTX at the time of his election, Junious expressed his excitement not only about the historic moment but also about the opportunity to serve the citizens and contribute to moving the town forward. His election was a testament to the trust and confidence the community placed in him to lead Summerton with dedication and vision.
Before assuming the role of mayor, Junious had a distinguished career in public service, spending two decades serving on various school boards in the Clarendon County School District. The district issued a statement mourning the tragic loss, emphasizing Junious’s legacy of unwavering commitment to improving both the educational and Summerton communities.
Beyond his board responsibilities, Mayor Junious was an active member of the community, volunteering at school events, advocating for student programs, mentoring young leaders, and providing scholarships and funding dinners for high school seniors.
Summerton resident Isaac Pringle expressed the community’s deep sorrow, describing Mayor Tony Junious as a beautiful, humble person and the best person. Pringle highlighted Junious’s significance as the first Black mayor in Summerton and emphasized the profound impact he had on the community. The loss is felt deeply, and the community is humbled by the memory of a leader who touched the lives of many.
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