Sandy Springs, SC (April 17, 2024) – A motorcycle accident reported in your Sandy Springs claimed one person’s life. The accident was reported by law enforcement at around 3:40 p.m. on April 14.
Reports provided by the South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers indicate that a 1999 Ford F350 pickup truck was traveling northbound on Interstate 85. At the same time, a 2002 Suzuki motorcycle was traveling in the same direction. For reasons unknown, the two vehicles collided. The motorcyclist, identified as 21-year-old Zackary Michael Stelk of Simpsonville, South Carolina, was fatally injured in the crash. He was immediately pronounced deceased at the scene. The Anderson County coroner’s office and the South Carolina Highway Patrol are investigating the crash.
Our sympathies go out to the family of Zackary Michael Stelk.
Fatal Accidents in South Carolina
Fatal motor vehicle accidents are reported every day in the United States. With more than 42,000 deaths reported annually in our country, it is saddening to know that many of these accidents occur right here in South Carolina. Many of the accidents that we see on our roadways are completely preventable.
Distracted driving, like texting or using a phone while driving, takes the driver’s attention from the road and can lead to devastating consequences. Unfortunately, distractions are one of the leading factors in many of the accidents across our state. Speeding is another major factor, increasing the risk of losing control and crashing. When drivers are speeding, they are likely to lose control of their vehicle and crash into others. Unfortunately, the high rate of speed increases the severity of the collision due to the force of impact. We also see many accidents take place as a result of drivers who are impaired, recklessly switch lanes, and engage in other careless actions.
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