David Newell, 22, killed in rear-end moped collision on Rosewood Drive in Columbia, South Carolina

Modified Date: 
Sat, 12/02/2023 - 1:22pm
Accident Date: 
Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Rosewood Moped Accident Turns Deadly

The Columbia Police Department say a truck driver speeding east on Rosewood hit the moped from behind, dragging it down the road before both vehicles hit a tree.

USC Student Killed in Columbia Moped Accident

Columbia police say Newell was driving a moped when he was hit from behind by a speeding truck dragging it down the road before both vehicles hit a tree.     

Arrest made in fatal moped collision

Charles Davenport Jr. has been charged with felony DUI involving death in connection with the collision that occurred Nov. 15 at the 1800 block of Rosewood Drive.   

Fatal DUI crash victim's mother gives powerful remarks as student receives $75K bond

Newell's family came down from their home in Maryland to appear in court for the hearing. Newell's mother spoke briefly during the hearing.    

USC president’s message to students in wake of fatal DUI crash

In the wake of losing two students in a fatal drunken driving crash, the University of South Carolina president asked students on Tuesday to pledge to never drink and drive. 

People Involved: 
David Newell
Charles Davenport Jr.
Roadway: 
Rosewood Drive

Comments

I am a survivor of a rear-end collision while riding my moped. Luckily I didn't endure being dragged for two miles while the driver was fleeing but that's how far away my bike was found. The driver got away with almost killing me. I am so sorry for your loss and I'm glad to know the person responsible will pay for it. Sorry for his families too because they ultimately will have to live with the actions their loved one made that killed a guy who hasn't yet lived.

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