North Charleston police investigated a fatal hit-and-run on Rivers Avenue near Hawthorne Drive around 7:49 p.m. Thursday, January 1, 2026, where an unknown vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian. The road closed for hours but has reopened, with no arrests and the victim’s identity pending from the Charleston County Coroner’s Office.
Incident Details
The collision caused significant delays as authorities processed the scene. Initial reports noted injuries from crashes, later confirmed fatal for the pedestrian.
Ongoing Probe
No suspect vehicle details released yet; police urge witnesses to come forward. This underscores persistent hit-and-run concerns in the Lowcountry.
