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Gillfield Court House Fire Fatality Autopsy

Oct 16, 2025
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Updated: Oct 19, 2025

Lexington. SC 10/16/2025 - An autopsy was conducted on Mrs. Donna Jones Hunter on October 15, 2025. The autopsy results determined the cause of death to be smoke inhalation. 

 

Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the person who died in a house fire that occurred in the 100 block of Gillfield Ct in the Lexington area of Lexington County on October 14, 2025, at approximately 6:00 AM.

 

According to Coroner Fisher, Mrs. Donna Jones Hunter, 66, of Lexington, was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is scheduled for October 15, 2025. Another occupant of the residence was transported to the Augusta Burn Center for treatment.  

 

The incident remains under investigation by the Town of Lexington Police Department, the Lexington County Fire Department, the State Fire Marshall’s Office, and the Lexington County Coroner’s Office.



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Lena Chandler
Lena Chandler
Aug 16

the reporting here is clear and factual, which is important for such a sensitive topic. the inclusion of the multiple agencies involved shows the thoroughness of the investigation. it's a tragic event, and the article handles it with appropriate respect. the details about the other occupant being transported for treatment add necessary context without being sensational. Image to Image AI

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