Earl’s body was found by construction workers in a closed portion of Highway 252. His wrecked motorcycle was a few feet away.

According to fire investigators, the blaze started in the basement, where crews found hobby rocket fuel and equipment. Officials say one of the chemicals, ammonium chloride, “acted as an accelerant.” ...

The collision occurred on I-26 near Exit 17 for New Cut Road in Spartanburg. As of 9:15 a.m., all lanes are reported blocked. Stay with FOX Carolina for updates on this developing story.