In the summer of 2016, the life of Antoine Eric Dickerson, a 35-year-old Black male from Aiken, South Carolina, was tragically cut short. On the evening of July 14, Dickerson was found deceased, the victim of a fatal shooting. His death was officially ruled a homicide, leaving his family and community searching for answers.
Born in Aiken, Eric Dickerson was known as a fun-loving individual who cherished his family.
After graduating from Aiken High School, he had spent some time in Florida before returning to his home state. He had a passion for the outdoors, which he expressed through farming, and also worked in construction. He was a member of Mt. Anna Baptist Church, where his funeral services were held on July 19, 2016, followed by his burial.
In the wake of his death, the investigation into who was responsible for the gun violence that ended his life began. However, publicly available information regarding any specific suspects or arrests in connection with the murder of Antoine Eric Dickerson has not been released. The details surrounding the circumstances of his death remain unresolved in the public domain, leaving a lingering sense of injustice for those who knew and loved him. He is survived by his mother, an adopted daughter, a sister, and two brothers.
