News Summary
A woman in Myrtle Beach was struck by a pickup truck while legally walking on U.S. 17 Business. Although she sustained minor injuries, she was arrested for violating pedestrian laws, despite the location not being classified as a freeway under South Carolina law. This incident raises important questions about pedestrian rights and traffic enforcement.
Myrtle Beach – A Myrtle Beach woman was arrested after she was struck by a pickup truck while walking legally on U.S. 17 Business early on May 1, 2025. Jennifer Bone, 40, was walking north between North Jensen and South Jensen avenues around 2:25 a.m. when the incident occurred.
Bone sustained minor injuries from the collision and was subsequently transported to the hospital for treatment. Following her medical care, she was arrested for violating a state law that prohibits pedestrians from accessing freeways. However, since U.S. 17 does not classify as a freeway under South Carolina law, pedestrians are permitted to walk on this roadway.
Incident Details
The collision involved a southbound Chevrolet pickup truck, which struck Bone as she walked on the far side of U.S. 17 Business. A police drawing of the crash depicted her location at the time of the incident, indicating that Bone was positioned safely on the edge of the road.
According to South Carolina law, pedestrians are required to walk on the shoulder or outer edge of the road while facing traffic if sidewalks are not available. This regulation applies to highways where pedestrian access is allowed, differentiating them from freeways with controlled access and grade-separated interchanges.
Legal Context
The distinction between highways and freeways is crucial in this case. A freeway is characterized as a multi-lane divided highway that restricts pedestrian access, while U.S. 17 falls under the definition of a highway, thereby allowing pedestrian travel without restrictions under state law. Despite this, law enforcement arrested Bone, suggesting a misunderstanding or misapplication of statutes regarding pedestrian access on major roadways.
Aftermath of the Collision
After her arrest, Bone was booked at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center, where she was later released on a $500 bond. As of now, police have not received any statement from Bone regarding the events leading to her arrest or her perspective on the situation.
Conclusion
This incident highlights the complexities surrounding pedestrian laws and roadway safety in South Carolina. While Bone was walking legally on U.S. 17 Business, the circumstances surrounding the collision and subsequent arrest have raised questions about pedestrian rights and the enforcement of traffic laws.
The Myrtle Beach community is left to reflect on this event as it underscores the importance of understanding pedestrian regulations, especially on busy highways where traffic can be unpredictable.
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Additional Resources
- Myrtle Beach Online: Traffic Incident Report
- Wikipedia: Pedestrian Safety
- WMBF News: Deadly Hit-and-Run Arrest
- Google Search: Pedestrian Laws South Carolina
- WPDE: Myrtle Beach Hit-and-Run News
- Google Scholar: Traffic Laws South Carolina
- WBTW: Man Charged in Deadly Hit-and-Run
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Law
- WFXB: Arrest in Fatal Hit-and-Run
- Google News: Myrtle Beach Traffic
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