An overnight crash in Anderson County, South Carolina, has left one person dead and another hospitalized after a pickup truck reportedly left the roadway and struck an embankment.
The deadly collision happened in the Powdersville area on River Road near Old Anderson Road, shortly before 2 a.m.
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, a Dodge Ram pickup truck carrying two occupants was traveling north when it left the right side of the roadway and crashed into an embankment.
One of the occupants was transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. The second occupant was pronounced deceased following the crash.
Deadly Anderson County Crash Under Investigation
South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers responded to the scene shortly before 2 a.m. after the crash was reported.
The circumstances that caused the Dodge Ram to leave the roadway remain under investigation.
Authorities have not released additional information regarding whether speed, weather, road conditions, impairment or another factor contributed to the collision.
Investigators are expected to examine the crash scene and available evidence as they work to determine exactly what happened.
One Person Hospitalized After Crash
One occupant of the pickup truck survived the collision and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The extent of that person’s injuries has not been publicly released.
The second occupant suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office has not yet publicly identified the person who died.
Victim’s Identity Not Released
The identity of the deceased victim remains unavailable pending notification of family members.
Additional information, including the victim’s age, hometown and personal background, had not been released at the time of this report.
Until authorities formally release the victim’s name, those details should be treated as unavailable rather than assumed.
Investigation Continues
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
Investigators will work to establish a timeline leading up to the collision and determine why the vehicle left the roadway.
Further details may become available as authorities complete their investigation and the Anderson County Coroner’s Office releases additional information.
Personal and Accident Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Incident | Fatal two-occupant vehicle crash |
| Location | River Road at Old Anderson Road |
| Area | Powdersville, Anderson County, South Carolina |
| Time | Shortly before 2 a.m. |
| Vehicle | Dodge Ram pickup truck |
| Occupants | 2 |
| Fatalities | 1 |
| Hospitalized | 1 |
| Deceased Victim | Identity not released |
| Victim’s Age | Not available |
| Direction of Travel | North |
| Crash Description | Vehicle left the right side of roadway and struck an embankment |
| Cause | Under investigation |
| South Carolina Highway Patrol | Investigating |
| Coroner’s Office | Anderson County Coroner’s Office |
| Road Conditions | Not available |
| Weather Conditions | Not available |
| Arrest | Not available |
| Funeral Information | Not available |
Community Awaits More Information
The fatal Anderson County crash has left one family grieving while another victim remains hospitalized.
Because the deceased person’s identity has not yet been released, additional information about the victim’s life and family has not been made public.
As the investigation continues, authorities may provide additional details about the circumstances of the crash and the identity of the person who died.
Obituary and Funeral Information
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office has not yet released the identity of the deceased occupant.
Information concerning the victim’s family, obituary, memorial service and funeral arrangements is therefore not currently available.
Obituary, memorial and funeral details will be announced by the family.
Disclaimer
This report is based on the information released regarding the overnight crash in Anderson County. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation, and details may change as additional information becomes available. The identity of the deceased victim, age, cause of the crash and other personal details remain Not available until officially confirmed by authorities.