Lowcountry Crackdown on Street Racing | Charleston News

Charleston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Law enforcement in the Lowcountry hit hard last weekend, arresting five and impounding five cars during a crackdown on illegal street racing—made possible by a new law empowering cops to target both drivers and spectators. Sheriff Duane Lewis issued a blunt warning: stop now. These events, sometimes drawing over 150 people, involve twerking, underage drinking, and even guns—far beyond just cars. Officials stress this isn’t about car enthusiasts, but about preventing deadly crashes, especially involving young people. Charleston County vows to keep watching and shutting down these dangerous…