News Summary
A tragic accident in Beaufort County has resulted in the death of a pedestrian and left two others hospitalized after a vehicle collided with a loose trailer. The incident occurred on Bluffton Parkway when a trailer detached from a vehicle and struck pedestrians standing nearby. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about traffic safety in the region, especially as it marks a concerning trend in traffic-related fatalities during the holiday weekend.
Bluffton, SC — A tragic accident in Beaufort County has led to the death of a pedestrian and the hospitalization of two others after a vehicle collided with a loose trailer. The incident occurred around 10:45 a.m. on Bluffton Parkway, approximately 1.5 miles east of Bluffton, SC. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Authorities report that a 2014 Jeep Compass was unoccupied and disabled in the eastbound lane when its trailer detached. A 2016 Toyota RAV4, traveling east, subsequently struck the loose trailer. As a result of the collision, the trailer then struck two pedestrians who were standing outside of the Jeep Compass. Tragically, one pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident, while both the driver of the Toyota RAV4 and one of the pedestrians were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The Beaufort County Coroner’s Office has not yet released the identity of the pedestrian who lost their life. The ongoing investigation aims to shed light on the exact cause of the accident and whether other factors contributed to the tragic events.
This incident marks a worrying trend in Beaufort County, as it is part of a series of traffic-related fatalities that occurred over the recent holiday weekend. Traffic safety remains a pressing concern in the area, especially with U.S. 21, which has been identified as one of the most dangerous roads in Beaufort County.
So far in 2023, there have been a total of ten traffic fatalities reported in Beaufort County. These incidents raise significant concerns regarding pedestrian safety on the county’s roadways, prompting local authorities to urge both drivers and pedestrians to remain vigilant.
As safety measures and regulations continue to be evaluated, community leaders are likely to address these ongoing concerns in order to enhance traffic safety for both pedestrians and motorists in Beaufort County. The investigation into this fatal accident remains active, with updates expected as new information becomes available.
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