Fatal Collision on I-26 in Dorchester County Closes Eastbound Lanes
ST. GEORGE — All eastbound lanes of Interstate 26 reopened this afternoon following a fatal collision that occurred this morning.
The accident took place at 4:30 a.m. near mile marker 172, between the U.S. Highway 15 exit in St. George and S.C. 453 in Harleyville, according to Master Trooper Hannah Davidson of the S.C. Highway Patrol. A semi truck and a Hyundai sedan collided while traveling east, causing the sedan to overturn multiple times. The driver of the sedan sustained fatal injuries.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been released. An investigation into the collision is ongoing, with authorities working to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Davidson confirmed on social media at approximately 12:20 p.m. that the eastbound lanes were reopened.
Authorities continue to provide updates regarding the situation.