GREENVILLE, S.C. – Two individuals lost their lives in a tragic accident when their SUV veered off the interstate and crashed, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. The accident occurred early Monday morning on Interstate 85 near mile marker 56.
The SUV was traveling northbound when it ran off the road and overturned, resulting in the fatal injuries to the two occupants. The identities of the individuals involved and the cause of the crash have not yet been released.
First responders and emergency crews arrived at the scene and pronounced both individuals deceased. The investigation into the accident is ongoing, and the highway patrol is urging anyone with information to come forward.
The crash caused significant traffic delays as the northbound lanes of I-85 were closed for several hours. The highway patrol is reminding all motorists to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits while traveling on the interstate.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the potential consequences of reckless behavior on the road. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation into the accident as the community mourns the loss of the two individuals involved in the crash.