Members of the rock band Buckcherry and their touring crew escaped uninjured after their tour bus was involved in a fatal interstate crash, according to a statement released by the band on social media. The incident occurred on I-26 and resulted in temporary highway closures as emergency officials managed the scene.
Tour Bus Crash Details on I-26
The crash happened at approximately 2 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, at mile marker 31, according to data from the South Carolina Department of Transportation. The collision prompted state transportation officials to shut down all eastbound lanes of the interstate for several hours while emergency responders investigated the scene.
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, a pedestrian had previously been involved in a separate collision in the same area. When that driver exited their vehicle, they were struck in the active roadway. Troopers confirmed that the pedestrian died at the scene from their injuries.
Did you know? Buckcherry formed in 1995 and achieved mainstream commercial success with the release of their 2005 breakout album, “15.”
Band Statement and Tour Schedule
Buckcherry addressed the incident directly through a statement posted online on Saturday, confirming that all musicians and traveling staff aboard the bus were completely unharmed. The group consists of five members: Josh Todd, Stevie Dacanay, Billy Rowe, Kelly LeMieux, and Francis Ruiz.
Despite the early-morning highway incident, the band confirmed that their scheduled live performance at the Culture Room in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, remains on track and is expected to go on as planned. The group is currently wrapping up the final leg of their Roar Like Thunder tour, which was announced in April following the release of their 11th studio album.
Frequently Asked Questions
Were any members of Buckcherry injured in the crash?
No. According to the band’s official social media statement, all band members and touring crew members were uninjured.
When and where did the I-26 crash happen?
The crash occurred around 2 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, at mile marker 31 on I-26, according to the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
Is Buckcherry canceling their upcoming tour dates?
No. The band stated that their performance at the Culture Room in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is expected to proceed as planned.
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