21-year-old SC man dies after being shot multiple times, coroner says
A South Carolina man was killed Saturday night and a search is underway for a shooter, the Greenwood Police Department said Sunday.
Quinton M. Payne was identified as the shooting victim, according to Greenwood County Coroner Sonny Cox.
The 21-year-old Greenwood resident was shot multiple times inside a home in the 100 block of Klugh Street, according to Cox. That’s near the campus of Lander University, and about 80 miles west of Columbia.
At about 9:40 p.m., police responded to a shots-fired call and officers said they found Payne had been hit by gunfire in his chest and arms. Although first responders rendered aid, Payne died at the scene, police said.
No other injuries were reported by police.
Information on the shooter, and a motive for the gunfire, was not available, but police said they believe Payne and the gunman argued before the shooting.
Police are trying to identify the shooter and anyone with information on the incident is asked to call 864-942-8407, or use the department’s anonymous tip form.
This is a developing story, check back for updates.
BEHIND THE STORY
MOREThis is a breaking news story
In a breaking news situation, facts can be unclear and the situation may still be developing. The State is trying to get important information to the public as quickly and accurately as possible. This story will be updated as more information becomes available, and some information in this story may change as the facts become clearer. Refresh this page later for more updated information.
This story was originally published June 13, 2021 at 12:20 PM.
