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.
