Lexington man found stabbed to death at his home Saturday. Here’s what we know

A Lexington man was found dead in his home on Oak Ridge Lane in Lexington County on Saturday, July 20, according to a news release from the coroner’s office .

Caldwell Melton Motley Jr., 38, died due to multiple stab wounds, according to the release.

Another person at the house was taken to a local trauma center with critical injuries, according to the release. His medical team said he should recover, according to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department.

Authorities were called about a fire because black smoke was coming out the roof of the house, according to the incident report from the sheriff’s office. They found the deceased and notified EMS about the injured victim.

The sheriff’s department said it would not release specifics of the ongoing investigation.

The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, the State Law Enforcement’s arson team and the Lexington County Coroner’s Office continue to investigate this incident.

This story was originally published July 23, 2024 at 12:22 PM.

Margaret Walker

The State

Margaret Walker is a reporter and Columbia native who covers the Midlands and surrounding communities. She recently graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in journalism. When she isn’t working, Margaret enjoys trying new restaurants, poetry and spending time with her dog, Oscar.