On a day meant to celebrate the nation’s independence, a Fourth of July party in Summerville, South California, took a devastating turn when a 41-year-old man, Allen Ray McGrew, tragically lost his life after placing a lit firework on his head.

The incident unfolded as Allen, dressed in a stars and stripes Uncle Sam outfit, decided to showcase his daring stunt by holding a lit firework over his top hat. What was intended to be a showboating act quickly turned into a nightmare. Despite the desperate attempts of his wife, Paige McGrew, and others to warn him, the firework exploded, causing Allen to collapse instantly from severe head injuries.

Paige, recounting the heart-wrenching events, initially thought Allen was simply joking around before he placed the firework on the ground. However, the realization that he had already lit it struck her with horror. Tragically, it was too late, and the firework’s detonation proved fatal.

The Dorchester County Sheriff’s department arrived at the scene on Cottonwood Drive, but they were unable to save Allen. He was pronounced dead shortly after the incident, leaving his family and friends devastated.

This tragic event occurred during a Fourth of July celebration where people were enjoying drinks and festivities. Allen, who was not a regular drinker, had joined in the Independence Day celebration, which was also meant to honor his son Hunter’s engagement and upcoming wedding. Allen cherished this holiday and was excited about his son’s life milestones, making the loss all the more heartbreaking.

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