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Pendleton High School student Spencer Martin killed in Anderson County crash
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. — A tragic single-vehicle crash in Anderson County claimed the life of a 16-year-old Pendleton High School student early Monday morning and left two other teenagers injured, according to officials.
The victim was identified by the Anderson County Coroner’s Office as Spencer James Martin of Anderson.
According to authorities, Anderson County 911 received reports of the crash shortly before 12:30 a.m. on Five Forks Road near Pearman Drive.
Preliminary findings indicate the vehicle was traveling on Five Forks Road when the driver lost control while exiting a curve.
Investigators said the vehicle left the roadway and crashed into a tree.
Authorities confirmed Spencer Martin was riding as the front-seat passenger at the time of the collision.
He suffered multiple traumatic injuries and was pronounced dead as a result of the crash.
The Anderson County Coroner’s Office later ruled his death accidental.
Officials said two additional teenagers inside the vehicle were injured and transported to a hospital for treatment. Their conditions have not been publicly released.
Emergency crews from the Piercetown Fire Department responded alongside law enforcement and medical personnel at the scene.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash with assistance from the Anderson County Coroner’s Office.
The tragedy comes as Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of what safety officials often refer to as the “100 deadliest days” for teen drivers — the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal crashes involving teenage drivers historically increase nationwide.
Community members, classmates, and loved ones are mourning the loss of Spencer Martin as tributes continue to pour in across the Anderson County area.
Three young lives were tragically lost in a fiery head-on collision early Wednesday morning, November 4, 2026, on Highway 158 near Happy Hill Road in Stokesdale, Guilford County, North Carolina.
Authorities have identified the victims as 16-year-old Baisley, 22-year-old Saige Richardson, and 27-year-old Tyler Robinson. Their deaths have left three families grieving an unimaginable loss and have deeply saddened those who knew and loved them.
According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred shortly after 2 a.m. when two vehicles traveling in opposite directions collided head-on along Highway 158.
The force of the impact caused both vehicles to catch fire. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but all three individuals involved in the collision were pronounced dead at the location.
The victims were identified as Baisley, Saige Richardson, and Tyler Robinson. They were 16, 22, and 27 years old, respectively. Each had a life of their own, with relationships, hopes, and plans for the future. Their sudden deaths have left loved ones facing a devastating reality.
Following the collision, Highway 158 was closed for several hours as emergency crews and investigators worked at the scene. The roadway reopened at approximately 5:35 a.m.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. The cause of the collision has not yet been determined, and officials have not released further details about what may have led to the two vehicles striking each other.
The deaths of Baisley, Saige Richardson, and Tyler Robinson are a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly lives can change. At just 16, 22, and 27, all three had so much life ahead of them. Their loss will be felt most deeply by their families, friends, and everyone whose lives they touched.
For their loved ones, the days ahead will bring the difficult task of navigating grief while holding on to the memories of those they have lost. Three families are now left with an absence that words cannot fully describe.
As the investigation continues, thoughts remain with the families and friends of Baisley, Saige Richardson, and Tyler Robinson. May they find strength, comfort, and support during this painful time.
May Baisley, Saige Richardson, and Tyler Robinson rest in eternal peace.