Horry County, SC (March 8, 2026) – A Saturday evening crash in Horry County left one person dead and another injured after a head-on collision along a rural highway, according to authorities.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported that the crash occurred around 6:55 p.m. on South Carolina Highway 90 near Thomas Road.
Officials said a 2002 Dodge Pickup Truck was traveling westbound on SC 90 while a 2014 Toyota Camry was traveling eastbound along the same roadway.
Emergency responders transported both drivers to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities confirmed that the driver of the Dodge pickup truck later died from injuries sustained in the crash. The driver of the Toyota Camry was also hospitalized, though officials have not released details about their condition.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
We extend our thoughts to the family and loved ones of the person who lost their life in this tragic crash, and we also hope for a full recovery for the injured driver.
Head-On Collisions Often Lead to Severe Injuries
Head-on crashes are among the most dangerous types of roadway collisions because the combined speed of both vehicles greatly increases the force of impact. Even at moderate speeds, these crashes can result in serious or fatal injuries.
Two-lane highways like South Carolina Highway 90 often rely on center lines rather than physical barriers to separate opposing traffic. When a vehicle crosses into oncoming lanes, whether due to driver error, distraction, impairment, or roadway conditions, the risk of a head-on collision increases significantly.
Investigators examining these incidents typically review vehicle positioning, roadway markings, driver behavior, and environmental factors to determine how and why a vehicle crossed the center line.
