DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. – A 36-year-old bicyclist from Summerville has died after being struck by a vehicle on Dorchester Road late Thursday night, according to officials with the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
The fatal crash occurred around 11 p.m. near Sawmill Court, when a Chevrolet sedan traveling east on Dorchester Road collided with a bicycle that was moving in the same direction.
Victim Identified as Christopher Wilson
The bicyclist, later identified by Dorchester County Coroner Paul Brouthers as Christopher Wilson, was rushed to a nearby hospital following the crash. Sadly, he did not survive his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital.
The driver of the Chevrolet sedan was not injured in the collision, and no other vehicles were involved.
Ongoing Investigation
Trooper Nick Pye with the South Carolina Highway Patrol confirmed that the crash remains under investigation. No details have yet been released about what may have caused the crash or whether any charges could be filed.
Officials have not said whether visibility, lighting, or roadway conditions played a role in the incident. Authorities are working to piece together exactly what happened during the moments leading up to the collision.
Community Safety Concerns
This incident is a tragic reminder of the dangers cyclists can face on busy roadways, especially at night. Local residents and cycling safety advocates continue to call for better lighting, signage, and designated bike lanes to help prevent future accidents.
As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of Christopher Wilson and awaits more answers about how this accident occurred.
