Unrestrained driver was ejected from car in deadly Stono Bridge crash

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Charleston Police Department released new details Thursday regarding a deadly multi-vehicle crash on the Stono River Bridge.

The incident happened shortly after 2:30 p.m. near the intersection of Maybank Highway and Headquarters Plantation Road.

An investigation revealed that a sedan traveling east crossed the center line and struck a pickup truck head-on. The driver of the sedan, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was ejected from the car and died at the scene.

Three people in the truck were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The bridge was closed for several hours.

Charleston Police say the crash remains under investigation and no charges are expected at this time.

Anyone with information about this crash is asked to contact the Charleston Police Department’s Traffic Unit by calling 843-965-4084.