Woman gets 20 years for Highway 123 ambush near Easley

The victim survived after collapsing on the highway and receiving life-saving aid from a passing retired firefighter.

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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A woman has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for a 2022 shooting on a secluded stretch of Highway 123 just outside Easley, where she lured and wounded a victim who managed to escape. The victim survived after collapsing on the highway and receiving life-saving aid from a passing retired firefighter.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of violent crime and the need for public safety measures along isolated roadways in the Easley area. The incident also underscores the importance of community members being prepared to provide emergency medical assistance when needed.

The details

According to authorities, the woman lured the victim to the secluded stretch of Highway 123 and then shot him. The victim was able to escape and collapse on the highway, where a passing retired firefighter provided life-saving aid until emergency responders arrived.

  • The incident occurred in 2022.
  • The woman was sentenced to 20 years in prison on March 7, 2026.

The players

The woman

A woman who lured and shot a victim on a secluded stretch of Highway 123 near Easley in 2022.

The victim

The victim who was shot by the woman on Highway 123 but managed to escape and receive life-saving aid from a passing retired firefighter.

The retired firefighter

A passing retired firefighter who provided life-saving aid to the victim after the shooting on Highway 123.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the woman out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing need for improved public safety measures and community preparedness along isolated roadways in the Easley area to prevent and respond to violent incidents.