The Horry County Coroner‘s Office reports that a 51-year-old pedestrian male died Saturday evening after he was struck by a vehicle crossing Socastee Boulevard in the Socastee area.
In a release from the coroner’s office, Joshua Macnaught, who lived in Socastee, died of traumatic injuries on the scene.
A single-vehicle crash at Socastee and Brandymill Boulevards about 6:57 p.m. blocked traffic, Horry County Fire Rescue reported on Facebook.
Additional details were not available. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating.
As rescue workers responded to the scene, northbound lanes of traffic were blocked for more than an hour.
An investigation is being conducted by the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
ABOUT SOCASTEE S.C.
Socastee is a community located in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. It is an unincorporated area, meaning it does not have its own municipal government, but is instead governed by Horry County.
Socastee is situated just west of Myrtle Beach, one of the most popular tourist destinations on the East Coast. This location gives residents of Socastee easy access to the many amenities of Myrtle Beach, including its beautiful beaches, golf courses, shopping centers, and entertainment options.
The community of Socastee is known for its friendly atmosphere and tight-knit community spirit. It has a mix of suburban and rural areas, with a variety of housing options available, from single-family homes to apartment complexes.
Socastee is home to several schools, including Socastee High School, Forestbrook Middle School, and Socastee Elementary School, providing educational opportunities for families in the area.
In terms of outdoor recreation, Socastee is close to the Intracoastal Waterway, making it a great place for boating, fishing, and other water activities. There are also several parks and nature preserves nearby, such as the Socastee Recreation Park and Heritage Park, where residents can enjoy walking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds.
The four lane section of Socastee Boulevard near Socastee High is where the 51 year old pedestrian was fatally struck by a moving vehicle.