A South Carolina man died Thursday after the fireworks mounted on his head exploded, New York Post reported.
Allen Ray McGrew, a 41-year-old father, was fatally injured when a firework he placed on his head exploded, according to the New York Post. McGrew, who was reportedly attempting to entertain neighbors at a local block party with a fireworks show, died instantly from head injuries caused by the accident.
‘Showboating’ South Carolina father killed after lit firework he placed on his head explodes: report https://t.co/F6PTn4hevK pic.twitter.com/B6zVbORwKJ
— New York Post (@nypost) July 6, 2024
The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. after McGrew had ignited a large firework and, in an attempt to “show off,” placed it on top of the stars and stripes top hat he was wearing as part of his Uncle Sam costume, according to reports from WCBD. Despite pleas from family…
