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LITTLE RIVER, Horry County, S.C., Oct. 25, 2026 — Four people were taken to the hospital Sunday morning, October 25, after a two-vehicle crash shut down North Highway 57 near Worthams Cutoff Road in Little River, according to Horry County Fire Rescue.
All lanes of North Highway 57 were blocked in the area as crews responded, the agency said. One of the two vehicles involved reportedly overturned, and two people were trapped inside, Horry County Fire Rescue reported.
Fire crews were dispatched at 10:48 a.m. and used extrication and stabilization equipment to free the two trapped occupants, according to the agency. Four people in total were transported to a hospital with injuries whose severity has not been released.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. Drivers were asked to avoid the North Highway 57 area while crews worked the scene.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
More on Crashes in Little River, SC
This crash happened at Highway 57 and Worthams Cutoff Road in Little River, South Carolina. We cover crashes across Horry County as they're reported, and you can browse the latest in our Horry County accident reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
What typically causes crashes like this one? Two-vehicle collisions are often tied to factors such as speed, failure to yield, following too closely, or momentary driver distraction, though the specific cause here has not been released.
Why does speed make a crash more severe? Higher speed means more force at impact and less time to react, which raises the chance of a rollover or serious injury compared with a lower-speed collision.
What makes distracted driving dangerous? Even a few seconds looking away from the road can prevent a driver from braking or steering in time to avoid a crash, especially at an intersection or cutoff like this one.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Little River, SC
If you're involved in a crash in Little River, stay inside or near your vehicle if it's safe and call 911 right away. Let trained responders handle extrication if anyone is trapped. Even if injuries seem minor at the scene, get checked by a medical professional, since some injuries don't show symptoms immediately. Once everyone is safe, make sure to exchange information with the other driver and note where and when the crash happened so you have an accurate record for the official report.
