Summerville Pedestrian Killed in Jedburg Road Crash

Berkeley County Coroner identifies victim as 59-year-old James Ricks

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Berkeley County Coroner has identified the victim of a fatal auto-pedestrian collision that occurred on Jedburg Road in Summerville, South Carolina on Monday evening. The victim was 59-year-old James Ricks, a Summerville resident, who was standing on the roadway when he was struck and killed by a vehicle traveling westbound.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing safety concerns for pedestrians on roads in the Summerville area, where there have been previous crashes involving vehicles and people on foot. The investigation will likely examine factors like road conditions, visibility, and driver behavior to determine the cause and whether any safety improvements are needed.

The details

According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 6:37 pm on February 16th. Ricks was standing on Jedburg Road when he was hit and killed by a westbound vehicle. The crash remains under investigation by the Highway Patrol and Berkeley County Coroner's Office.

  • The collision occurred around 6:37 pm on February 16, 2026.

The players

James Ricks

A 59-year-old resident of Summerville, South Carolina who was killed in the auto-pedestrian collision.

South Carolina Highway Patrol

The law enforcement agency investigating the fatal crash on Jedburg Road.

Berkeley County Coroner's Office

The office that identified the victim of the Jedburg Road collision as James Ricks.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for continued focus on pedestrian safety in the Summerville area, including potential infrastructure improvements, driver education, and enforcement to prevent future such collisions.