Earl Glenn Killed in Myrtle Beach Moped Accident
The 38-year-old resident died at the hospital following a collision on 48th Avenue North
Earl Glenn was killed Sunday when a vehicle struck his moped on 48th Avenue North, according to the Myrtle Beach Police Department.
Investigators are working to determine the exact sequence of events that led to the collision. No charges have been announced.
Glenn was taken to a local hospital following the crash. He died from his injuries at approximately 8 p.m. The driver of the passenger vehicle was not killed, and authorities have not released their identity.
The crash remains under investigation by local police.
How do impaired drivers impact moped safety in Myrtle Beach?
While the exact circumstances of the crash on 48th Avenue North remain under investigation, impaired driving frequently plays a role in catastrophic collisions involving vulnerable road users. South Carolina records show that about 11 percent of moped and motorcycle fatalities involved alcohol between 2019 and 2023. When a passenger vehicle strikes a smaller-profile vehicle like a moped, the lack of structural protection often results in fatal injuries.
Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal, who is also a national legal analyst for Accident News, said, "Serious moped crashes often highlight how limited protection leaves riders exposed to devastating forces during collisions with larger vehicles or unforgiving roadway surfaces."
According to Stefano Formica, who serves as a national legal analyst for Accident News and is of counsel at Bond Legal, "In the aftermath of catastrophic incidents, an attorney may step in to protect key evidence, guide forensic reviews, and handle insurance complications, helping surviving relatives receive support while investigators work to understand the circumstances of the crash."
Families who lose a loved one in a moped collision often face a complex path forward. Investigators will review toxicology reports, skid marks, and witness statements to determine if impairment, speed, or failure to yield caused the fatal impact.
South Carolina wrongful death statute
Under S.C. Code § 15-51-10, surviving family members may file a wrongful death action. South Carolina applies modified comparative fault (51% bar). The statute of limitations is 3 years.
Recoverable damages may include loss of financial support, loss of companionship, funeral expenses, and mental shock and suffering.