A two-vehicle crash Saturday evening in Aiken County claimed the life of a 15-year-old boy and left two others injured, according to the Aiken County Coroner’s Office.
Authorities said a 2026 Polaris side-by-side UTV was crossing an intersection with Atomic Road at approximately 5:40 p.m. when it collided with a southbound 2020 Nissan Sentra.
A passenger in the Polaris, identified as Axel K. Ulteig, 15, of Aiken, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Officials said two other occupants of the Polaris were transported to a hospital for treatment following the collision.
No additional details regarding the condition of the injured victims were immediately released.
The fatal crash remains under investigation by local authorities.
