In the summer of 2015, the life of 23-year-old James Westley Sumpter Jr. was cut short by gunfire in Columbia, South Carolina. On the evening of August 19th, Sumpter was fatally shot on Slighs Avenue, marking another tragedy in the city. The Columbia Police Department quickly launched an investigation into the violent death of the young male.
In the days following the shooting, authorities publicly identified a person of interest they believed could provide crucial information about the
case. Investigators announced they were seeking Rondrell Jamar Sumter, also known as 'Ron 2,' who they believed was present at the scene of the crime. Police appealed to the public for assistance in locating him, circulating his description and known frequented areas. At the time, it was reported that Rondrell Sumter was last seen in an older model burgundy Honda.
Despite the public identification of a person of interest, details regarding any arrests or charges directly related to the death of James Westley Sumpter Jr. have not been made publicly available in the years that have followed. The investigation into who is responsible for the death of James Westley Sumpter Jr. has seemingly grown cold, leaving a lingering sense of unresolved justice for a life taken too soon. There has been no further information released by law enforcement regarding any suspects or the progression of the case.
