In the summer of 2019, the life of 21-year-old Kharee Amaud Whitley was tragically cut short on a street in North Charleston, South Carolina. On Sunday, July 14, 2019, Whitley was fatally shot on Albert Street. The Charleston County Coroner's Office later confirmed that he died from a gunshot wound. At the time of his death, Whitley was a resident of North Charleston.
The North Charleston Police Department immediately launched an investigation into the homicide.
Their efforts led them to identify a suspect who had fled the state. In a significant development, a male suspect was apprehended in Florida by the U.S. Marshals. The arrest brought a glimmer of hope for justice for Whitley's grieving family and community.
Following the arrest, the suspect was expected to be extradited back to North Charleston to face legal proceedings. The investigation continued as authorities worked to piece together the events that led to the fatal shooting. Information regarding the suspect's trial and any subsequent conviction has not been made publicly available in the immediate aftermath of the arrest. The community was left to mourn the loss of a young life while awaiting the full resolution of the case.
