Rider Killed in Gaffney Motorcycle Accident
The Cherokee County Coroner's Office identified the rider as Crystal Nicole Cavazos, 38, of Shelby, who died in a crash on Boiling Springs Highway.
Candice BondCrystal Nicole Cavazos, 38, of Shelby, North Carolina, was killed Tuesday evening when the motorized scooter she was riding collided with a pickup truck on Boiling Springs Highway in Gaffney. She was identified by the Cherokee County Coroner's Office.
How the Boiling Springs Highway Crash Unfolded
The crash happened after 7 p.m. in the 1600 block of Boiling Springs Highway, investigators said. Cavazos was traveling north when the scooter and the truck collided, and she was thrown from the scooter, investigators said. She was pronounced dead at the scene. No injuries were reported for the truck's driver.
What the Cherokee County Coroner's Investigation Involves
The Cherokee County Coroner's Office is continuing its investigation into the death. The coroner's office plans an autopsy as part of that review. No charges have been announced.
When police say a crash is still under investigation, it usually means they are still collecting evidence and have not reached any conclusions.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in South Carolina usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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