COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces a preliminary number of three persons killed on South Carolina roadways from Friday, January 10, at 6 p.m. until Sunday, January 12, at 11:59 p.m.

As of January 12, 16 people have died on South Carolina highways, compared to 33 highway deaths during the same time period in 2019.

Of the 16 people who have died in 2020, 10 had access to seatbelts, and seven were not wearing seat belts. 

Through January 12, five pedestrians have died compared to two in 2019; one motorcyclist has died compared to one in 2019; and zero bicyclists have died compared to one in 2019 on state roads and highways. 

Editor’s note: These numbers are preliminary and are based on fatal collisions compiled by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety as of 11:59 p.m. January 12, 2020.

For specific details on fatalities, including locations, please visit Media Access Page. The site is designated for media use and only reflects information on fatal collisions investigated by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety. Please do not publicize this site--the information is preliminary and is meant to be used as a guide only. For confirmation on fatality information, please contact the appropriate county coroner’s office. You may also track current fatalities and trends by visiting the South Carolina Daily Traffic Fatality Count site under “Services” on the SCDPS website.

NOTE: The South Carolina Highway Patrol investigated 15 of the 16 traffic fatalities in 2020.
*2019 and 2020  Figures are Preliminary

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety includes the Highway Patrol, State Transport Police, Bureau of Protective Services, Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs, Immigration Enforcement Unit and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame. Our mission is to ensure public safety by protecting and serving the people of South Carolina and its visitors.