South Carolina Troopers Seek Vehicle Involved in Hit & Run Incident
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is urgently appealing to the public for help locating a vehicle involved in a hit and run incident. The accident occurred in the late evening of Tuesday, January 16, 2024, and resulted in injuries for a local bicyclist.
Incident Details
According to South Carolina Troopers, the incident took place around 8:40 PM on Highway 521, also known as Charlotte Highway, near Possum Hollow Road in Lancaster County. The fleeing vehicle is believed to have made contact with a cyclist, inflicting injuries, before swiftly leaving the accident scene without attempting to provide aid or comply with legal obligations to report the incident.
Vehicle Description
The suspect vehicle has been described as possibly being a 2007 – 2013 model Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra or Chevrolet Cheyenne. Significantly, it is thought that the vehicle will have noticeable damage to the passenger side mirror, resulting from the impact with the cyclist. This detail can be crucial in successfully identifying the vehicle and bringing the responsible individual(s) to justice.
Public Appeal
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is calling for anyone with any information relating to the incident or the whereabouts of the described vehicle to come forward. Individuals can report their information by dialing *H-P or calling 1-800-768-1505. Those with relevant information are strongly encouraged to assist in this matter, emphasizing the role of community cooperation in promoting local safety and justice.
In the meantime, Troopers continue their efforts to locate the responsible party and bring them accountable for the hit and run. With public cooperation, the Troopers hope to swiftly resolve this case, ensuring the wellbeing of the injured cyclist and the broader Lancaster community.
Reportedly, the cyclist sustained injuries in the accident, further emphasizing the severity and urgency of identifying the errant driver. This incident serves as a fresh reminder for motorists to consider the safety of others on the roads and abide by traffic laws designed to protect all road users.
Ensuring Safety
In light of this incident, troopers are also re-iterating the importance of road safety and are entreating everyone to exercise caution and follow road rules and regulations. The local law enforcement continues its committed efforts to maintain safety for all road users, and these efforts are heavily dependent on the responsibility, cooperation, and vigilance of the community.
Anyone who can provide information that could assist in identifying this vehicle is strongly urged to contact the South Carolina Highway Patrol as soon as possible to prevent any further incidents.
