On a cold winter evening in Florence, South Carolina, the life of 37-year-old James Quashone Shon Scott was tragically cut short. On Wednesday, December 21, 2022, deputies were called to the Suburban Studios Hotel on West Lucas Street around 8 p.m. following reports of a shooting. There they found Scott, a resident of nearby Darlington, suffering from a gunshot wound.
He was quickly transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
James, known affectionately as 'Shon,' was born in Florence on March 11, 1985, and spent his life in the Darlington area. He was a graduate of the Darlington County Public Schools class of 2003. Those who knew him described him as a loving, caring, and giving person who had a gift for lifting the spirits of those around him. He was a father to four children.
In the wake of the shooting, details from law enforcement have been scarce. Information regarding a suspect or any potential arrests in connection with the death of James Quashone Shon Scott has not been made publicly available. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is ongoing. As of late 2025, there have been no announced developments in the case, leaving a community and a family waiting for answers.
