SCDPS Reports 11 Killed on South Carolina Roadways During Labor Day Holiday Travel Period

For Immediate Release
September 8, 2026
Contact: Your local Highway Patrol Community Relations Officer, 803-896-8144

COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces a preliminary number of 11 persons killed on South Carolina roadways during the Labor Day holiday travel period beginning Friday, September 4, at 6 p.m. through Monday, September 7, at 11:59 p.m. For comparison, there were 11 confirmed fatalities in traffic collisions during the Labor Day holiday period in 2025. 

The Labor Day holiday marks the end of the 100 Deadly Days of Summer, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when traffic fatalities historically increase. As of today, there are 54 fewer fatalities from collisions across the state when compared to the same period from 2025. 

For additional data on traffic fatalities by county, please view the most recent year-to-date fatality report on our website.*

*Please note that these numbers are preliminary and are based on fatal collisions compiled by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety as of 11:59 p.m. on September 7, 2026. For confirmation on fatality information, please contact the appropriate county coroner’s office.

Additional notice: For traffic and road information, please check out SCDOT's website.

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety includes the Highway Patrol, State Transport Police, Bureau of Protective Services, Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame. Our mission is to ensure public safety by protecting and serving the people of South Carolina and its visitors.