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Family of Kamel Seveion Sewell share memories after his death
Family of Kamel Seveion Sewell share memories as they seek answers in his death
Greenville News
Shamirra Thomas was marking her birthday when she got news she described as transformative.
“Everyone was just going about their usual day, including my brother, who was at work, just doing his regular tasks,” Thomas recalled. “I received a call informing me that something had happened to my brother and that I should go to the hospital.”
“Since that moment, everything took a downward spiral and has continued to do so.”
Her brother, Kamel “Seveion” Sewell, 17, passed away on December 27 at Frankie’s Fun Park near Woodruff Road.
Sewell, who was an employee at the park, succumbed shortly after 11:42 a.m. when the go-kart he was operating collided with a large forklift, which was driven by another staff member. He was assessing the track for safety before its opening.
Deputies from the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office first responded to a 911 call reporting the incident at the amusement complex.
Sewell’s mother, Deldras, along with his sister, spoke to the press at their attorney’s office, Ryan James of the RJ Law Firm.
“I just miss him immensely. Every morning, I anticipate him coming upstairs, but he’s no longer here,” Deldras Sewell expressed.
Now, the family is striving to uncover the truth about what led to the death of their youngest member.
Who was Seveion?
On December 27, Deldras Sewell was in the process of getting the car registration and insurance for her son’s new vehicle, a 2004 Infiniti G35.
Seveion had a passion for cars and even purchased the vehicle himself with cash.
“He had a strong affection for fast cars. He and his friends were actually planning to work on his car,” Thomas revealed.
Seveion was a junior at Fountain Inn High School and was the youngest among four children. His mother mentioned that following his passing, numerous individuals came forward to tell the family what a wonderful person Seveion had been.
“He was cherished by all; young children loved him, members of the neighborhood adored him. This is something I was entirely unaware of regarding my child. I feel truly privileged to have been his mother, and I wish I had more time to embrace him,” Deldras shared.
Deldras Sewell noted that Seveion was diligent and highly motivated, working two jobs just to gather enough funds for his vehicle.
“He rarely bought clothes or shoes; he simply wanted to work. He was just a young person striving to do the right thing. He wasn’t involved in any of that. This was my child making responsible choices for himself,” Deldras Sewell articulated.
They are left with fond memories and evidence of their youngest child’s absence.
“He was transitioning into a young man. When he went to work, I’m certain he never anticipated he wouldn’t return home. It’s tragic,” Thomas commented.
What’s next for the family?
Seveion had been employed at Frankie’s Fun Park for over a year.
As per family attorney Ryan James, Seveion was on the track riding one of the go-karts when a forklift was improperly positioned over that track.
James mentioned that his legal firm is collaborating with the law office of Parham Smith and Archenhold for this case. He indicated that the case is currently in the information-gathering phase.
“This is a situation where no detail will be overlooked. My approach to acquiring information is determined and assertive,” James affirmed.
James mentioned that there will be future dialogues among the legal representatives of both parties. The South Carolina Occupational Health and Safety Administration along with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office are still probing the occurrence.
“You ought to go to great lengths to safeguard the workers at that park, and in this case, it’s evidently clear to us that not all measures were taken to guarantee that maximum effort was devoted to his security and the safety of others,” stated James.
As per the family’s information, Seveion’s memorial will take place on Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. at Rock of Ages Baptist Church in Greenville.
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