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York Today
By the People, for the People
Crash Reported on Old York Hwy Near Pursley Dairy Farm Rd in York County, SC
Deputies responded to the scene of a collision involving a suspected reckless driver.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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A crash was reported on Monday morning in York County, South Carolina, near the intersection of Old York Highway (S.C. 161) and Pursley Dairy Farm Road. According to the York County Sheriff's Office, a driver suspected of reckless driving allegedly struck another vehicle closer to West Mount Gallant Road before later crashing in the Pursley Dairy Farm Road area. Deputies responded to the scene, and the South Carolina Highway Patrol was en route to assist with the investigation.
Why it matters
Old York Highway is a major connector road in the area, so any incident that affects traffic conditions could impact commuters traveling between residential areas and commercial corridors. The investigation into the suspected reckless driving and resulting crash may also shed light on ongoing public safety concerns in the region.
The details
The collision occurred around 10:25 a.m. on Monday. Officials said the driver suspected of reckless driving allegedly struck another vehicle closer to West Mount Gallant Road before later crashing in the Pursley Dairy Farm Road area. Deputies responded to the scene shortly after the report, and the South Carolina Highway Patrol was en route to assist with the investigation. It is unclear whether any injuries were reported as of Monday morning.
- The crash was reported around 10:25 a.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026.
The players
York County Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency that responded to the scene of the crash.
South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP)
The state law enforcement agency that was en route to assist with the investigation of the crash.
What’s next
The South Carolina Highway Patrol will continue the investigation into the cause of the crash and any potential charges against the driver suspected of reckless driving.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices on major connector roads like Old York Highway, which many commuters rely on to travel between residential areas and commercial corridors in York County.
