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South Carolina Tesla Crash Kills Dylan Carter, Event Canceled

4/28/2026

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Dylan Carter Crash

Dylan Carter, 24, died in a Tesla crash in Colleton County, South Carolina, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Police said the car left U.S. Route 21 after 11 p.m., struck a pole and fence, and rolled.
The coroner ruled the death accidental despite Carter wearing a seatbelt.
Carter, co-founder of The Local Voice nonprofit, had been slated to perform at Moncks Corner’s “Music on Main” on April 27, 2026, which was canceled.

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Carter Honored

Moncks Corner Mayor Thomas Hamilton Jr. posted on Facebook that he was heartbroken by Carter’s death, noted his town performances, and urged prayers for his family.
The Local Voice, the nonprofit Carter co-founded, said he was the heart of what they do and pledged to continue its mission.
Reba McEntire honored Carter in an Instagram story, calling him a brilliant, talented and kind young man who brought sunshine to The Voice.

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Dylan Carter Crash

Dylan Carter, 24, died in a Tesla crash in Colleton County, South Carolina, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Police said the car left U.S. Route 21 after 11 p.m., struck a pole and fence, and rolled.
The coroner ruled the death accidental despite Carter wearing a seatbelt.
Carter, co-founder of The Local Voice nonprofit, had been slated to perform at Moncks Corner’s “Music on Main” on April 27, 2026, which was canceled.

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