In the quiet community of Little River, South Carolina, a young woman's life was tragically cut short in the fall of 2014. Tanya Lecheyenne James, a 24-year-old female, was killed by gunfire on October 6, 2014. The incident left the community seeking answers and justice for a life taken too soon.
Details surrounding the circumstances of her death remained the focus of an intensive investigation by the Horry County Police Department.
Law enforcement officials worked to piece together the events that led to the fatal shooting. As the investigation progressed, a person of interest was identified.
Authorities issued a warrant for the arrest of Jerell A. James in connection with the death of Tanya James. He was actively sought by police for his suspected involvement in the shooting. The search for Jerell A. James concluded when he turned himself in to the Horry County police. Following his surrender, he was formally charged with murder and the possession of a weapon during a violent crime. He was subsequently booked into the J. Reuben Long Detention Center as he awaited legal proceedings.
