US: Lingering transport disruptions likely around Mount Pleasant, S.C., after authorities close section of I-526 due to police activity Sept. 8

Event

Transport disruptions are likely around Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, over the coming hours after authorities suspended traffic on part of Interstate 526 (I-526) in the area due to police activity Sept. 8. Berkeley County Sheriff's Office deputies reportedly pursued a vehicle in the area that was suspected of being involved in multiple hit-and-run incidents, and a shooting incident involving the deputies occurred after the vehicle stopped on the Wando River Bridge (I-526). It was not immediately clear if the shooting incident resulted in any casualties.

Authorities have suspended traffic on I-526 from Long Point Road to Daniel Island and encouraged motorists to seek alternative routes. Officials asserted as of shortly before 13:00 that the route would probably remain closed for several hours as the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate.

Officials will almost certainly maintain heightened security measures around the incident site until authorities conclude their investigative work.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the scene. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the site of the incident and related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.