A fatal one-vehicle crash occurred Saturday evening near Colleton County, South Carolina, involving a 2006 Lincoln sedan that veered off Sidneys Road and struck a tree. The passenger died at the scene, while the driver was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries, and the South Carolina Highway Patrol continues investigating the cause.
Crash Details
The incident took place at 9:10 p.m. on January 31, 2026, as the sedan traveled northbound near the intersection of Sidneys Road and Bullseye Lane. Cpl. Nick Pye of the Highway Patrol reported the vehicle ran off the left side of the road before impact.​
Location Note
Initial reports mentioned Colleton County, but most recent coverage places the crash in Dorchester County, adjacent to Colleton, which may explain boundary confusion.
Investigation Status
No cause has been determined yet, with no mention of speed, weather, or impairment factors released publicly. Updates are pending from SCHP as the probe continues.​
