Hit and Run

Mount Pleasant, S.C. - On May 1, 2019, at approximately 7:00 a.m., a child was crossing Venning Road near Rans Hill Road on their bicycle when they were struck by a vehicle. The vehicle then left the scene without checking on the child. The child was transported to an area hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening. Witnesses described the car as a dark sport utility vehicle.  

Anyone in the area around this time, or with information about this case, is asked to contact Pfc. Culnon at 843-884-4176 or wculnon@tompsc.com. Those who wish to remain anonymous should contact Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry at 843-554-1111 or www.5541111.com. Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry offers rewards of up to $1,000.00 for information that leads to an arrest.   

Mount Pleasant Police Investigate Fatal Collision

Mount Pleasant, S.C. - On January 12, 2019, at approximately 6:51 p.m.,  officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to Snowden Road in reference to a single car collision. Upon arrival, officers found that the vehicle had run off of the road, traveled through a ditch, and struck a tree. The driver of the vehicle was pronounced dead at a local hospital.  This collision is still under investigation by the Mount Pleasant Police Department Traffic Bureau. 

Traffic Collision

Mount Pleasant, S.C. – On November 15, 2018, at approximately 12:41 a.m., officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to I-526 eastbound in reference to a head-on collision involving two vehicles.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a black Chevrolet Impala, driven by Crestina Rodrigues, was heading eastbound on I-526 when she was struck by a red Nissan Altima, driven by Christopher Thomas, who was driving the wrong direction in the eastbound lanes. Ms. Rodrigues died on scene as a result of her injuries. Mr. Thomas was transported to a local hospital in serious condition but died as a result of his injuries on November 19, 2018.

This collision is still under investigation by the Mount Pleasant Police Department’s Traffic Bureau. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has information about this incident should contact Pfc. L. Lawson at 843-884-4176 or LLawson@tompsc.com.



Collision Investigation

Mount Pleasant, S.C. - On May 8, 2018, at approximately 8:29 a.m., officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to Highway 17 North at Carolina Park Blvd. in reference to a collision. The preliminary investigation revealed that a motorcyclist was heading north on Highway 17 when they swerved to avoid stopped traffic. During the evasive action, the motorcyclist sideswiped another vehicle and was ejected. The motorcyclist died on scene.  

 

The Mount Pleasant Police Department's Traffic Bureau is still investigating this incident. 

Weekly Collision Statistics

The weekly collision stats are out! Inattention/distracted driving was the leading cause this week. Please drive with caution! #ArriveAlive

Felony DUI

 

 

Mount Pleasant, SC – On January 7, 2016, at approximately 8:04 p.m., officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to Highway 17 and Mathis Ferry Road in reference to a collision. The preliminary investigation reveals that a Jeep Sport Utility Vehicle, driven by Robert Leland, was heading south on Highway 17 when he disregarded a red light. Robert Leland struck a 4 door Mercedes who was turning left onto Highway 17 from Mathis Ferry Road. Robert Leland was found to be under the influence and arrested for 2 counts of Felony DUI. The driver and passenger of the Mercedes were transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. The investigation is ongoing.

Fatal Traffic Collision

December 14, 2016 Update:

 

Investigators have charged Joseph Granger of Hampton, Virginia with Felony Driving Under the Influence in this case. Mr. Granger was driving the vehicle that pulled in front of the motorcycle on the Isle of Palms Connector. Once he is discharged from MUSC he will be transported to the Charleston County Detention Center.

On 12/11/2016, at approximately 4:08 p.m., officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to the Isle of Palms Connector and Riviera Drive in reference to a collision. A motorcycle was heading towards the Isle of Palms on the connector when a vehicle turned left off of Riviera Drive into the path of the motorcycle and was struck by the motorcycle in the area of the driver’s door. The motorcycle driver was pronounced dead on the scene and the driver of the vehicle was transported to MUSC. This collision is still under investigation.

I-526 Fatal Collision Update

Mount Pleasant, SC – On December 2, 2016, at approximately 9:53 p.m., officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to a fatal collision on I-526.

The investigation revealed that a BMW Sedan, driven in a reckless manner by Jonathan Spicher, overtook a Toyota Sport Utility Vehicle, driven by Gracie Benjamin, both of which were eastbound. Contact was made between the two vehicles causing the Toyota SUV to flip several times. Miss Benjamin was ejected from the vehicle onto Interstate 526 which resulted in fatal injuries. A Kia Sorrento, driven by Matthew McIntosh, and also travelling eastbound came upon the collision scene and struck the body of Miss Benjamin. Mr. McIntosh initially stopped at the scene, got out of his vehicle and approached Miss Benjamin’s body but retreated to his car and left the scene. 

The driver of the BMW, Mr. Spicher, has been arrested and charged with Reckless Homicide. The driver of the Kia, Mr. McIntosh, has been arrested and charged with Obstruction of Justice. 

Hit and Run

12/5/2016 11:26 a.m. Update:

The Mount Pleasant Police Department’s Traffic Bureau continues their investigation into the fatal collision that occurred on I-526 on Friday night, December 2, 2016. All parties involved in this collision have been identified and upon conclusion of the investigation it is anticipated charges will be filed. The Mount Pleasant Police Department extends their condolences to the families and wants to thank the public for their assistance in this case.



12/3/2016 9:45 p.m. Update: We have just located the car and driver from this collision. Thank you to everyone for the assistance!

On December 2, 2016, at approximately 9:53 p.m., officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to a fatal hit and run collision on Interstate 526 eastbound near Longpoint Road. After the collision, a light blue Kia Sorento left the scene. Witnesses described the Kia as possibly between a 2006-2008 with grey plastic front and rear bumpers. The driver was described as a white male who is approximately 30 years of age with a slender build. Witnesses also described him as having short hair as well as facial hair. A white female was in the passenger seat. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about this collision is asked to call Pfc. Cowdrey at 843-884-4176 or email him at mcowdrey@tompsc.com. Callers who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 843-554-1111, submit a tip through our smartphone application, or submit a tip at http://mppdnews.blogspot.com/p/submit-tip.html. Crime Stoppers offers rewards of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information which leads to an arrest.

Hit and Run Suspect

The Mount Pleasant Police Department is seeking the public's help to find a suspect involved in a hit and run collision. On January 1, 2016 at 12:46am a silver or grey sport utility vehicle struck two pedestrians in the parking lot of CVS located at 1401 Ben Sawyer Blvd. and then left the scene. The vehicle is described as a newer model and should have damage on both front quarter panels as well as both headlights. The vehicle was last seen heading southbound on Ben Sawyer Blvd. towards Chuck Dawley Blvd. One person was transported to a local hospital. 

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of this vehicle or the driver is asked to call 843-884-4176 or email Pfc. Ledbetter at nledbetter@tompsc.com. Those who wish to remain anonymous may submit a tip through our blog at http://www.mppdnews.blogspot.com/p/submit-tip.html or through our smart phone app.

Traffic Collision

 

 

 

 

 

Mount Pleasant, SC – On November 23, 2015 at approximately 1:08pm the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to an automobile versus a pedestrian collision on Hwy 17 at Anna Knapp Boulevard.  The vehicle was heading northbound on Hwy 17 when a pedestrian walked out into traffic. The pedestrian was transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The investigation is ongoing.  



Collision Investigation

Mount Pleasant, SC – On November 18, 2015 at approximately 8:58pm a pedestrian,  crossing Highway 17 near the Town Centre towards Montclair Apartments, was struck by a vehicle heading south bound on Highway 17. The pedestrian succumbed to the injuries caused as a result of the collision.

The Mount Pleasant Police Department is seeking the public's help. Anyone who witnessed this collision is asked to call the Traffic Bureau at 843-884-4176.

Collision with Injuries

 

 

Mount Pleasant, SC – On November 16, 2015 at approximately 7:00pm the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to a collision with injuries on West Coleman Boulevard at Patriots Province. A vehicle attempted to turn left from Patriots Province onto Coleman Boulevard but was struck by a vehicle heading southbound towards the Ravenel Bridge. Two individuals were transported to area hospitals. This collision is still under investigation by the Traffic Bureau.

Press Release

Mount Pleasant, SC – On October 1, 2015 at 3:59pm the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to a three car collision on Coleman Boulevard at Mill Street. A vehicle was heading south on Coleman Blvd. when it struck a vehicle waiting to turn left onto Mill St.  The same vehicle that struck the first car then continued through the intersection and struck another vehicle head on that was heading north on Coleman Blvd. One person was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.

If anyone was a witness to this collision or has any information about what happened you are asked to call Sgt. Kim Herring at 843-884-4176. This collision is still under investigation.

Fatal Traffic Collision

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – The Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to a motorcycle collision on South Morgans Point near the KOA Campground at approximately 9:41pm on May 28th, 2015. The motorcycle was heading north when it went off of the roadway and struck a tree. The driver of the motorcycle suffered fatal injuries. The incident is still under investigation by the Traffic Bureau.

Collision on the Isle of Palms Connector

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. - On January 6, 2014 at approximately 9:45 a.m. an officer checked out with a collision that had just occurred on the Isle of Palms Connector at Rifle Range Road. A moped was heading south on Rifle Range and a passenger car was heading north. Both vehicles turned onto the Isle of Palms Connector heading towards the Isle of Palms. At some point the two vehicles collided and the driver of the moped was taken to the Medical University of South Carolina in serious condition. The Traffic Bureau is continuing to investigate the cause of the collision and no charges have been filed at this time.