A tragic incident in Mount Pleasant has resulted in the death of a pedestrian following a car crash, according to local authorities.
Details of the Incident
The accident took place on Friday morning around 10 a.m. near Patriots Point Road and Coleman Boulevard, close to the Ravenel Bridge.
Officials reported that:
- A vehicle struck a pedestrian
- The crash happened in a busy area near a major roadway
- Emergency services responded quickly to the scene
Victim Identified
The Charleston County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as William Douan, a 67-year-old man from Charleston.
He was taken to the hospital but sadly died from his injuries at around 11:50 a.m.
Cause of Death
Authorities confirmed that the cause of death was blunt force injuries resulting from the crash.
Investigation Ongoing
The Mount Pleasant Police Department is currently investigating the incident.
At this time, no further details have been released about the circumstances leading to the crash.
