Executive Summary
- The Dorchester County Coroner identified Matthew J. Dacus, 34, as the victim of a fatal crash.
- The collision occurred on US 78 in Saint George when a vehicle turning left struck the motorcycle.
- Dacus was pronounced deceased at the scene at 7:54 p.m.
- The South Carolina Highway Patrol is leading the ongoing investigation into the incident.
SAINT GEORGE, S.C. – The Dorchester County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred on US 78 as a 34-year-old local resident.
Matthew J. Dacus, of Saint George, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene at 7:54 p.m. on Thursday, according to coroner officials. The incident prompted an immediate response from local emergency services and law enforcement.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported that the collision took place when the driver of a vehicle attempted to execute a left turn onto a private driveway. Investigators state that the turning vehicle struck the motorcycle operated by Dacus, which was traveling east on US 78 at the time of the crash.
Investigative Outlook
The South Carolina Highway Patrol and the Dorchester County Coroner’s Office are continuing their joint investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatality. Procedurally, investigators will likely analyze accident reconstruction data, including right-of-way adherence and visibility conditions, to determine the precise cause of the collision. This inquiry will establish whether any traffic violations occurred or if further legal action is warranted regarding the crash dynamics.
