July 2, 2025

Traffic Disruptions on I-20 in Lexington County Due to Accidents

News Summary

Interstate 20 in Lexington County, South Carolina, experienced significant traffic disruptions due to multiple incidents, including a charter bus fire and a fatal motorcycle crash. The charter bus fire caused lane closures but was cleared by noon of the same day. Later, a tragic accident involved multiple vehicles, resulting in the death of a motorcyclist and injuries to three others. Authorities are investigating the causes of these incidents, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety in the area.

Lexington, South Carolina: Traffic Disruptions on I-20 Due to Vehicle Fires and Crashes

A section of Interstate 20 in Lexington County, South Carolina has reopened following a charter bus fire that occurred on Saturday morning, causing major traffic disruptions. The Lexington Police Department initially alerted the public about the closure on I-20 west at South Lake Drive (SC-6), which forced significant detours for motorists in the area.

The stretch of interstate was cleared and reopened just before 12:30 p.m., but authorities have not yet provided additional details regarding the cause of the bus fire or whether there were any injuries reported.

On the same day, a separate incident occurred on I-20, resulting in the tragic death of a motorcyclist and injuries to three others. The deceased motorcyclist has been identified as 57-year-old Kendall Lamar Walker from Augusta, Georgia. This fatal accident took place around 3:20 p.m. on I-20 in Lexington County, involving a collision of five vehicles.

Details of the Accident

The series of events began when four Harley-Davidson motorcycles were stopped on the right shoulder of I-20. In a sudden and alarming turn, a 2024 Chrysler veered off the roadway and crashed into the parked motorcycles. Walker was riding a 2015 Harley-Davidson at the time and was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.

The remaining three motorcyclists were transported to Prisma Health Richland Hospital in Columbia; however, information regarding their current medical conditions has not been disclosed. Fortunately, the Chrysler, which was occupied by four individuals, did not report any injuries during the collision.

Ongoing Investigations

It has been confirmed that Walker was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, although it remains unclear if the other motorcyclists or the passengers in the Chrysler were using safety equipment. The cause of the Chrysler’s veering off the road is currently being investigated by the South Carolina Highway Patrol and the coroner’s office.

Due to this accident, multiple lanes on the eastbound side of I-20 remained blocked for several hours, significantly impacting traffic flow on this busy interstate. The scene was finally cleared around 8 p.m. as officials worked diligently to manage the resulting disruptions.

Context of Traffic Incidents in South Carolina

Statistical data on road safety indicates a concerning trend for the current year. As of June 22, 2025, there have been at least 371 fatalities on South Carolina roads, with 17 of those occurring in Lexington County alone. The alarming figures highlight ongoing concerns regarding vehicular safety and accident prevention in the state.

This series of incidents on I-20 serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety measures, including the use of helmets for motorcyclists and the need for cautious driving to prevent distracted or reckless behaviors that may lead to such tragic outcomes.

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