An accident that took place on Thursday evening resulted in the unfortunate death of a lady, and the Pickens County Coroner’s Office has disclosed the identify of the deceased woman. At around 9:45 p.m., the incident occurred on South Carolina Highway 183 close to Albatross Road, which is located outside of Easley.
According to accounts from troopers who were present at the scene, the incident featured a moped from the year 2024 that was rear-ended by a vehicle from the year 2005 that was a Ford F-150. This caused the moped to flip over in the left lane of traffic heading north.
The authorities have verified that the driver of the moped received injuries as a result of the collision, and they moved him or her to a hospital as soon as possible for medical care.
Regrettably, at the time of the crash, the rear passenger, who was identified as Kerry Hamilton from Easley, had injuries that ultimately proved to be deadly. Alexander Hamilton was declared dead at the site of the collision, and Chief Deputy Coroner Andrew Wilson verified that Hamilton was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.
As more information emerges from the sad event, it becomes clear that it is of the utmost significance to adhere to safety precautions, such as wearing protective gear like helmets, especially when operating or riding on two-wheeled vehicles.
The occurrence of this tragic event demonstrates that the lack of such safeguards can have a substantial influence on the result of accidents. Despite the fact that Kerry Hamilton was killed in the incident, the driver is reportedly in stable condition and is undergoing medical treatment for the injuries that she acquired as a result of the collision.
The events that immediately preceded and followed the collision serve as a somber reminder of the need of adhering to traffic laws and maintaining a safe driving environment.
During this trying time, the community expresses its deepest condolences to Kerry Hamilton’s family and loved ones, and it expresses its sorrow over the loss of Kerry Hamilton.
During this time when investigations into the occurrence are still ongoing, it is an excellent moment to underline the necessity of responsible driving and the utilization of suitable safety measures in order to prevent incidents of this sad kind in the future.
