Woman killed crossing Sam Rittenberg Boulevard in West Ashley

A woman was killed while crossing Sam Rittenberg Boulevard near Orleans Road in West Ashley on the evening of November 5, according to Charleston Police and the Charleston County Coroner's Office, as reported by The Post and Courier, WCBD Count on 2, and ABC News 4 WCIV.

The victim, identified as 72-year-old Alice Campbell White from Hollywood, was struck by a vehicle at approximately 6:05 p.m. outside of a marked crosswalk, and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver remained on site following the crash, according to authorities.

The incident led to the closure of both northbound and southbound lanes of Sam Rittenberg Boulevard at Orleans Road for over two hours, reopening around 8:30 p.m. while the Charleston Police Department's Major Accident Investigation Team processed the scene.

No charges have been filed in connection with the collision, and the investigation remains ongoing. Police have asked anyone with information to contact the Charleston Police Department Traffic Unit.

This marks the 14th traffic-related fatality investigated by Charleston Police in 2026, highlighting ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety in the area.