News Summary
A fatal single-vehicle crash on Interstate 385 in Laurens County resulted in the death of a 59-year-old woman, identified as Rebecca Sexton from Mauldin. The accident occurred when her Chevrolet pickup truck ran off the road and crashed into a tree, despite her wearing a seatbelt. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, which adds to ongoing concerns about road safety in South Carolina, where fatalities have risen sharply in recent years.
Mauldin, South Carolina – A tragic accident on Interstate 385 resulted in the death of a 59-year-old woman on Tuesday night around 8:45 p.m. The single-vehicle crash was reported by the South Carolina Highway Patrol and occurred in Laurens County, adding to the region’s ongoing concerns regarding road safety.
The incident involved a 1996 Chevrolet pickup truck that was traveling south when, at the 21 mile marker, it ran off the left side of the highway. The driver overcorrected, swerving back across the interstate before the vehicle veered off the right side of the road and crashed into a tree. Despite being the only occupant of the vehicle, the driver succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
The Laurens County Coroner’s Office identified the driver as Rebecca Sexton from Mauldin. Authorities confirmed that she was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Fortunately, no other injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
Details surrounding the cause of the initial veer off the highway remain unclear as the Highway Patrol continues its investigation into the circumstances of the crash. This tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding roadway safety in South Carolina, where as of Sunday, 626 people had died on the state’s roads in 2025.
The fatality count reflects a broader issue, with at least 948 people reported dead in crashes across South Carolina in the previous year. Notably, Laurens County has seen a troubling trend as at least 15 fatalities due to crashes have been recorded in both 2024 and 2025, indicating a consistent pattern of road safety concerns in the area.
The ongoing investigation may yield additional details in the coming days. As authorities continue to assess the situation, they encourage drivers to remain vigilant on the roads and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
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