ANDERSON, S.C. – The community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Brittany Diane Dooley, 33, who was tragically killed Wednesday evening in a single-vehicle crash on Blue Ridge Avenue in Belton.
According to the Anderson County Coroner’s Office, first responders arrived shortly after 7 p.m. on January 14, 2026, to find Dooley and another woman inside the vehicle. Dooley was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other occupant was airlifted to Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital for treatment.
Preliminary findings indicate that Dooley was traveling south on Blue Ridge Avenue when she lost control of the vehicle, left the roadway, and struck a tree. The coroner confirmed her death was caused by multiple traumatic injuries and ruled it accidental. Officials noted that she was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
Brittany’s sudden death has left family, friends, and the community in profound grief. Those who knew her remember her as a kind, vibrant, and compassionate individual whose presence brought joy and warmth to those around her. Her untimely passing is a tragic reminder of the fragility of life and the heartbreak that comes with losing someone so loved.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. Meanwhile, loved ones are gathering to share memories, grieve together, and honor Brittany Diane Dooley’s life. Though her life was tragically cut short, her spirit, generosity, and the impact she had on her community will not be forgotten.
