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Country Singer Dylan Carter Killed in South Carolina Tesla Crash

4/28/2026

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Dylan Carter Dies

Dylan Carter, a 24-year-old country singer and “The Voice” contestant, died on April 25 after his car crashed in Colleton County, South Carolina.
The coroner ruled the crash accidental, saying Carter died of injuries after his Tesla sedan left U.S. Route 21, hit a pole and rolled over while he wore a seatbelt.
His April 27 concert in Moncks Corner was canceled.
Mayor Thomas Hamilton Jr. and Reba McEntire each issued statements mourning Carter.

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Carter Killed

South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the crash that killed Carter, noting the 2026 Tesla left the road, hit a utility pole and fence, and rolled over.
Carter had auditioned for The Voice twice before his successful blind audition, demonstrating his persistence in the competition.
The Local Voice announced his death on Facebook, called him “the heart of what we do,” and asked the community to pray for his family.

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Dylan Carter Dies

Dylan Carter, a 24-year-old country singer and “The Voice” contestant, died on April 25 after his car crashed in Colleton County, South Carolina.
The coroner ruled the crash accidental, saying Carter died of injuries after his Tesla sedan left U.S. Route 21, hit a pole and rolled over while he wore a seatbelt.
His April 27 concert in Moncks Corner was canceled.
Mayor Thomas Hamilton Jr. and Reba McEntire each issued statements mourning Carter.

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