Date of Incident: March 7, 2026
South Carolina Reporting Authority: Charleston Police Department
Type of Accident: Pedestrian Collision
Location of Accident: Sam Rittenberg Boulevard and Gamecock Avenue
Injuries: One fatality
Description of Accident: A 60-year-old Charleston man using a wheelchair died Friday night after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Sam Rittenberg Boulevard near Gamecock Avenue. Authorities report that the man was outside a designated crosswalk when a Honda Element hit him. Emergency responders transported the man to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Officials say no charges are anticipated, and the incident remains under investigation.
Local Media Coverage: Man dies after being hit on Sam Rittenberg Blvd in Charleston
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