Avery Raines Obituary, Cause of Death – Travelers Rest Resident Dies in Highway 153 Crash

Avery Raines, 42, of Travelers Rest, South Carolina, died early Friday morning, August 28, 2026, following a single-vehicle crash on Highway 153 in Easley, according to the information provided.

The fatal collision occurred at approximately 3 a.m. near Crestwood Court and Highway 153. Raines was the only person involved, and no other vehicles were reported to have been part of the crash.

What Happened to Avery Raines?

According to investigators, Raines was traveling along Highway 153 when the vehicle left the roadway. The vehicle subsequently struck a guardrail and a utility pole before coming to a stop.

Officials said Raines was wearing a seat belt when the crash occurred. Emergency personnel responded to the scene, and authorities began investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision.

Avery Raines Cause of Death

Avery Raines died as a result of injuries sustained in the Highway 153 crash on August 28, 2026.

The specific cause of the collision has not been released. Officials have not confirmed whether speed, weather, road conditions, impairment or another factor contributed to the vehicle leaving the roadway.

Investigation Into the Fatal Crash

The Pickens County Coroner’s Office and South Carolina Highway Patrol are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Additional information may be released as investigators work to establish what led to the vehicle leaving Highway 153.

Avery Raines’ death has left family, friends and members of the Travelers Rest community mourning. He will be remembered by those who knew and cared about him.

Condolences are extended to Avery Raines’ family, friends and everyone affected by his passing.