A bicyclist died in a hit-and-run crash on the Ashley River Bridge in Charleston, S.C., on January 7, 2026, just before 7 p.m., marking the city’s first fatal traffic incident of the year. The Charleston Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team is handling the case, with the vehicle and driver still at large.​
Incident Details
The bicyclist was riding toward downtown Charleston when struck by a fleeing vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene. The Charleston County Coroner’s Office has withheld the victim’s identity pending notification of next of kin.​
Police Response
Authorities diverted traffic at Wesley Drive during the response and continue investigating. No suspect or vehicle details have been released as of January 8, 2026.
