CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — A 34-year-old motorcyclist died early Sunday morning after a pursuit by the South Carolina Highway Patrol in Conway.
Deputies responded to the crash on Highway 548, near Rivas Way, around 2:10 a.m. Sunday.
According to authorities, a SCHP trooper attempted to stop the motorcyclist for speeding on Highway 501, but the motorcyclist fled, leading to a pursuit.
The chase concluded when the motorcyclist turned onto Highway 548 and crashed into a ditch off the roadway.
The motorcyclist, identified as Jimmy Gagum, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Officials confirmed the incident is under investigation.