A motorcyclist died yesterday evening after a crash at the intersection of Garvin Road and Ashe Road in York County, turning an otherwise routine drive into a fatal scene. Emergency crews rushed the rider to a hospital, where they later died, authorities said.
What troopers say
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, via WSOC‑TV, the wreck happened around 5 p.m. A motorcycle was traveling south on Garvin Road when a 2024 Ford Expedition tried to turn into its path. Troopers said the two vehicles never actually made contact. Instead, the rider lost control and spilled the motorcycle while trying to avoid a collision.
The rider was taken to a hospital and later died. The coroner has not released the person’s identity.
Investigation underway
Troopers from the South Carolina Highway Patrol are investigating the crash and have not announced any charges. Investigators are expected to review witness statements, vehicle positions and any available video as they reconstruct what happened at the intersection.
Why intersections are dangerous for riders
Intersections are a frequent trouble spot for motorcyclists, largely because turning drivers sometimes do not see an approaching bike until it is too late. National data show motorcyclists are overrepresented in traffic deaths. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 6,228 motorcyclists were killed in 2024 and says riders were nearly 27 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to die per vehicle miles traveled, underscoring how exposed riders are in multi-vehicle situations.
What officials want from witnesses
Troopers have asked anyone who saw the crash, or who has dash-cam or door-cam footage from around 5 p.m. Sunday near Garvin and Ashe, to contact the South Carolina Highway Patrol as the probe continues.
The call for help comes on the heels of another deadly York County motorcycle crash this spring, highlighting recurring safety concerns on rural corridors.
