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Aiken County experienced a tragic motorcycle accident resulting in the death of 53-year-old Jammy Weaver. The incident occurred due to a collision with a downed power line on Edgefield Road. Emergency responders confirmed Weaver’s death at the scene, marking the third traffic-related fatality in just two days in the region. Investigations are ongoing as authorities seek to determine the contributing factors to this devastating crash, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety, especially under adverse weather conditions.

Aiken County – A tragic motorcycle crash resulted in the death of 53-year-old Jammy Weaver from Johnston, South Carolina. The incident, which involved a collision with a downed power line, took place on the evening of Friday, May 17, 2025, around 10:30 p.m. on Edgefield Road (U.S. Highway 25), near Sweetwater Road.

Weaver was riding his 2004 Harley Davidson motorcycle southbound on Edgefield Road when he collided with a low-hanging power line. The line had fallen from a nearby traffic light that was presumably downed due to strong winds or other factors. The impact of the collision caused Weaver to be ejected from his motorcycle and land on the roadway at the intersection of Edgefield and Sweetwater roads. Emergency responders arrived shortly after, but the Aiken County Coroner’s Office confirmed Weaver’s death at the scene at approximately 11:10 p.m.

An autopsy for Weaver is scheduled for the following week in Newberry, South Carolina. The South Carolina Highway Patrol, in conjunction with the Aiken County Coroner’s Office, is currently conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Preliminary reports indicated that Weaver may have been struck by a fallen traffic light; however, later clarifications confirmed that it was a power line that he hit, leading to the fatal accident.

This incident marks a somber period for Aiken County, as it is the third traffic-related fatality reported within a span of just two days. Authorities are also investigating two other tragic events: a fatal incident involving a woman on an electric bike and the death of a teenager following a police pursuit crash.

Traffic safety has always been a critical concern in the region, and this latest incident raises further alarm about hazardous driving conditions and the potential dangers posed by downed power lines and traffic lights. The investigations following these recent fatalities aim to uncover contributing factors and promote initiatives to enhance road safety for all vehicles, including motorcycles and bicycles.

The community is urged to remain vigilant while navigating local roadways, especially during inclement weather conditions that could contribute to accidents involving fallen objects. In light of Weaver’s untimely death, local safety advocates are likely to call for increased attention to roadside safety measures and better awareness of the dangers posed by utility lines.

As the investigation into the collision continues, Aiken County residents are reminded to stay aware of their surroundings while on the road, especially during nighttime hours when visibility may be compromised. Public safety officials encourage all travelers to report downed lines and traffic lights to local authorities to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

Further updates on this incident and the ongoing investigations are expected to be released as authorities gather more information and results from the autopsy become available.

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