AYNOR, SC (WBTW) – The Horry County Police Department is investigating a deadly accident near Aynor involving a forklift.

According to Horry County Deputy Coroner Michelle McSpadden, 71-year-old Joseph Huffman died Tuesday at Conway Medical Center from injuries after being struck by a forklift.

McSpadden says the incident happened on private property at a residence near Aynor and is not occupational.

HCPD continues to investigate the incident.