Family Seeks Accountability After Teen Found Dead in Foster Care
A Chester County family is demanding accountability after 13-year-old Daryl Lowry was found dead in state foster care in McCormick County, South Carolina. Lowry's family was notified of his death on July 20, just days after he was placed in…
Charlotte, NC, July 31, 2026 —
A family in Chester County is seeking answers and accountability following the death of 13-year-old Daryl Lowry, who was found deceased while in state foster care in McCormick County, South Carolina. The family received notification of Lowry’s death on July 20, a mere few days after his placement in the foster care system.
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division has charged a 17-year-old individual with murder in connection with Lowry’s death. Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the arrest and the identities of the individuals involved have not been publicly released.
The attorney representing Daryl Lowry’s family has stated that the children under the care of the foster system were not provided with adequate supervision. This claim raises concerns about the protocols and oversight within the state’s foster care program.
The exact timeline of events leading up to Lowry’s death, including the duration of his placement in foster care prior to the July 20 notification, has not been fully detailed. Investigations into the incident are ongoing. The family is calling for a thorough review of the circumstances surrounding the case and the foster care services involved.
Story summarized from the original created by Rachel Richardson on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
