Columbia, SC (June 30, 2026) – A woman was killed after being struck by a vehicle on Sunday afternoon, June 28, along the 500 block of South Beltline Blvd in Columbia.
The police said the fatal collision happened at about 5 p.m. near the intersection with Rosewood Drive, close to Exit 9 on Interstate 77. Emergency units found the woman with life-threatening injuries before she was taken to Prisma Health Richland Hospital, where she later died.
Investigators said a vehicle traveling south on South Beltline Blvd struck the woman, causing her to be thrown into an embankment. No other people were reported hurt. The Richland County Coroner’s Office had not publicly released the woman’s identity as of Monday.
Investigators are reviewing surveillance recordings and other available camera footage as they work to determine what led to the fatal crash. The inquiry remains active, with additional information expected as it becomes available.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the woman’s family and friends during this difficult time.
What Evidence Is Commonly Reviewed After a Fatal Pedestrian Collision?
After a pedestrian is fatally hurt by a vehicle, investigators usually examine several types of evidence to better understand how the roadway encounter unfolded. Surveillance video from nearby businesses, traffic cameras, and private security systems can help establish vehicle movement and pedestrian activity before contact occurred.
Physical evidence, including skid marks, vehicle damage, debris, and roadway markings, may also be documented. Investigators frequently review lighting, weather, visibility, and road design to determine whether environmental factors contributed. Witness statements can provide additional perspective, especially when multiple people observed what happened. Medical findings and vehicle inspections may also become part of the overall review as investigators work to build a complete picture based on confirmed evidence.
