Family Honors Fallen Chester County Officer Through Fundraiser

Cody Hyre's loved ones organize a car and motorcycle event to support youth outdoor programs in his memory.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 3:06am

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Cody Hyre, a 28-year-old law enforcement officer in Chester County, South Carolina, tragically passed away in a motorcycle accident in February 2025. Now, his family is honoring his legacy by hosting a fundraiser called "Cruise In for Cody Hyre" to support sending underprivileged kids to outdoor camps, something Hyre was passionate about.

Why it matters

Hyre's death has deeply impacted his community, who remember him as a selfless public servant always willing to help others. By organizing this event, his family hopes to inspire young people to embody Hyre's spirit of generosity and love for the outdoors.

The details

On February 1, 2025, Hyre was struck and killed by a driver who failed to yield while making a left turn in Rock Hill. In the year since his passing, Hyre's loved ones have shared stories about his kindness, faith, and active involvement in the local Jeep and motorcycle communities. The upcoming "Cruise In for Cody Hyre" event will feature cars, bikes, live music, and vendors, with proceeds going towards sending underprivileged children to outdoor camps.

  • Cody Hyre was killed in a motorcycle accident in Rock Hill on February 1, 2025.
  • The "Cruise In for Cody Hyre" fundraiser event will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The players

Cody Hyre

A 28-year-old law enforcement officer in Chester County, South Carolina who tragically passed away in a motorcycle accident in 2025.

Timothy Hyre

Cody Hyre's father, who says his son was always thinking of others first and had a passion for the outdoors.

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What they’re saying

“It makes you proud. It makes you happy, you know and it kind of makes you sad in a way too because he don't get to do that no more.”

— Timothy Hyre, Cody Hyre's father

“That they would do the same thing. That they would see the love and the passion that he had for other people and they carry that on and to pay it forward as much as we can.”

— Timothy Hyre, Cody Hyre's father

What’s next

The event honoring Cody Hyre, 'Cruise In for Cody Hyre,' will be held in York at Cornerstone Family Worship Center, 1090 Black Highway on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The takeaway

Cody Hyre's tragic passing has inspired his family and community to carry on his legacy of selflessness and love for the outdoors. By organizing this fundraiser event, they hope to not only honor Hyre's memory, but also encourage young people to follow in his footsteps and make a positive difference in their own communities.