Two people were killed in a crash in Laurens County, South Carolina. The accident occurred on SC 101 at Lakeview Road when a Ford Mustang and a Nissan Rouge collided. The driver of the Mustang, Michael Brown Sr., 68, and the driver of the Rouge, Joseph Mitchel Barbrey, 49, both from Gray Court, were identified as the victims. Bethany Fowler,Dustin George reported
In Laurens County, South Carolina, a tragic collision claimed the lives of two individuals on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 6:49 p.m. at the intersection of SC 101 and Lakeview Road. According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, a 2006 Ford Mustang was heading north on SC 101, while a 2020 Nissan Rogue was traveling south on the same road, but in the northbound lanes.
In an attempt to avoid the Nissan, the Mustang’s driver veered left of the center line and then re-entered the southbound lane, ultimately resulting in a collision between the two vehicles. The driver of the Mustang was identified as Michael Brown Sr., a 68-year-old resident of Gray Court, as confirmed by the Laurens County Coroner’s Office. The driver of the Nissan Rogue was revealed to be Joseph Mitchel Barbrey, a 49-year-old from Gray Court.
This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the importance of cautious and attentive driving to ensure the safety of all road users. The authorities continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision..
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