Dorchester County Hit-and-run Accident Leaves Summerville Woman Dead

South Carolina Reporting Authority: South Carolina Highway Patrol

Type of Accident: Hit and run

Location of Accident: East Third North Street in Summerville, SC

Injuries: Fatal injuries

Description of Accident: Police are attempting to locate a vehicle that was involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash on March 2. Reports indicate that a dark-colored Chevrolet Traverse SUV was traveling on E. Third North Street near downtown Summerville when the driver struck and killed a pedestrian, then fled the scene. The victim was a 60-year-old Summerville resident. Police are asking for tips on the vehicle, which likely sustained front-end damage during the crash.

Local media Coverage: Live 5 News WCSC