Man Charged After Allegedly Striking Fiancée and Her Daughter with Truck in Sledding Accident

Richard Quinn Davidson faces multiple felony charges after the incident in South Carolina.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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A 46-year-old man has been charged with felony DUI and hit-and-run after allegedly striking his fiancée and her 20-year-old daughter with his pickup truck while they were sledding in Beaufort, South Carolina. The two women suffered serious injuries, including a fractured skull, punctured lung, and broken bones, but are expected to survive.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving, especially when alcohol may be involved. It also raises concerns about the safety of winter recreational activities and the responsibilities of drivers when accidents occur.

The details

According to reports, a witness saw the two women being towed behind a vehicle on a plastic container lid when the vehicle turned, leaving them on the road. They were then struck by Davidson's 2022 Ram pickup truck. Davidson allegedly left the scene but was later charged with two counts of felony DUI with great bodily injury and two counts of hit-and-run.

  • The incident occurred around 8 p.m. local time on January 31, 2026.
  • Davidson was charged and released on $60,000 in personal recognizance bonds.

The players

Richard Quinn Davidson

A 46-year-old man who was allegedly driving the pickup truck that struck his fiancée and her daughter.

Emma Schoenstra

A local resident who witnessed the incident and helped care for the injured women until emergency responders arrived.

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What they’re saying

“I was wrapping up their hands that were laying in the snow, wrapping up their feet, they had lost their shoes. I was just wrapping all of their limbs that were touching the ice so they could stay warm until the ambulance got here.”

— Emma Schoenstra, Witness (WJCL)

What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Davidson to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for greater awareness and caution when operating vehicles, especially in winter conditions and when alcohol may be involved. It also highlights the importance of responsible behavior and safety measures during recreational activities to protect both participants and bystanders.