Clover, S.C. — A bicyclist was fatally struck by a vehicle early Wednesday morning on South Carolina Highway 55 near Soaring Eagles Road, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
Authorities reported that the incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. when a 2023 Toyota sedan, traveling south on SC Highway 55, collided with the cyclist from behind. The driver of the vehicle was not injured.
The York County Coroner’s Office has not yet released the identity of the deceased, pending notification of family members.
It is unclear at this time whether any charges will be filed in connection with the crash. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation.
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Thomas Hyslip lives in Tega Cay with his wife and daughter. After 27 years in the U.S. Army and Federal Law Enforcement, he retired to pursue his passion for teaching. Tom is now an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of South Florida. In 2 short years he has won 10 awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including first place in column writing, education beat reporting and best podcast.