Teen Fatality in Motorcycle Crash Near Tega Cay, Authorities Confirm
TEGA CAY, SC — A motorcycle crash on Gold Hill Road claimed the life of a 17-year-old male on Saturday, October 14, at approximately 2:41 p.m.
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the collision involved a motorcycle and a car traveling eastbound on Gold Hill Road. The motorcycle collided with the car while attempting to navigate a left turn.
Authorities reported that the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.
Emergency responders from the Tega Cay Fire Department and York County EMS attended the scene. Gold Hill Road was closed for several hours as investigators collected evidence and cleared the vehicles involved in the accident.
No charges have been filed at this time, as the investigation remains ongoing.
Witnesses reported difficult driving conditions due to rain in the area during the time of the accident. Further information will be released as it becomes available.