SAINT GEORGE, S.C. (WCBD) – A worker with the South Carolina Department of Transportation was struck and killed by a loose truck tire Tuesday morning.

The incident happened around 9 a.m. on US 15, about 12 miles north of Saint George.

Dorchester County Coroner Paul Brouthers said the worker, identified as 24-year-old Jared Devin Rose, was standing on the highway shoulder when he was struck by a tire that became disengaged from a passing 18-wheeler.

Rose was pronounced dead at the scene.

SCDOT officials said Rose started his career with the transportation agency in 2024 as a surveyor in Dorchester County.

“Today’s tragedy is yet another reminder of the danger our front line workers face as they work to improve the lives of South Carolinians. Jerad’s memory and his sacrifice in service to our state will not be forgotten. This is a tremendous loss and I would ask all of you to join us in lifting up his family, friends and colleagues in your prayers tonight,” said Secretary of Transportation Justin Powell.

The South Carolina Highway Patrol and Dorchester County Coroner’s Office are investigating.