A tragic accident occurred on Friday night in Charleston, South Carolina, when 70-year-old Oliver Krauth was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross the street in his wheelchair. The incident happened around 9:41 p.m. on Paul Cantrell Boulevard near Henry Tecklenburg Drive.
The Incident
According to the Charleston County Coroner’s Office, Krauth was seriously injured in the collision and died at the Medical University of South Carolina due to blunt force injuries. The crash happened when Krauth was trying to cross the street, but he was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene before police arrived.
Search for the Driver
Charleston police officers are actively investigating the incident and are currently searching for the driver responsible for the hit-and-run. The vehicle involved in the accident left the scene, and law enforcement is calling on the public to provide any information that could help identify the driver.
Public Appeal for Information
The Charleston Police Department is asking anyone with information about the accident or the vehicle involved to come forward. Any details, no matter how small, could assist in the ongoing investigation.
This tragic incident serves as a painful reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly for vulnerable pedestrians, such as those in wheelchairs. The Charleston community is urged to help the authorities find the driver responsible and bring justice to the family of Oliver Krauth.
