Calhoun County, SC (May 16, 2026) – One passenger was killed, and three other people were injured after a single-vehicle crash early on Saturday morning on Interstate 26 eastbound near mile marker 133 in Calhoun County, South Carolina.
The collision happened at about 12:20 a.m. on May 16, according to officials. A 2025 Honda CR-V carrying four occupants was traveling eastbound on Interstate 26 when it left the right side of the roadway. The vehicle then struck a concrete barrier. Emergency units responded to the scene and found significant damage to the SUV. The front-seat passenger died at the scene due to injuries sustained in the crash.
The driver and two additional passengers were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their conditions have not been made public at this time. The police confirmed the crash occurred along a straight section of the interstate near MM 133. They continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased during this difficult time.
What Investigators Typically Examine After a Single-Vehicle Highway Crash
After a single-vehicle crash on a highway, investigators usually focus on how and why the vehicle left the roadway. This can include reviewing road markings, tire tracks, and the point of impact with barriers or roadside structures.
Speed is often evaluated along with driver behavior leading up to the crash. Roadway conditions, visibility, and traffic flow at the time may also be reviewed to build a clearer timeline of events.
In crashes involving multiple occupants, medical reports and vehicle seating positions may help determine how each person was affected. Damage patterns on the vehicle and barrier impact points are also commonly analyzed to understand the force and direction of the collision.
