In the early morning hours of April 30, 2025, the life of 28-year-old Shaquille Wright was tragically cut short. An African American man from Lamar, South Carolina, Wright was fatally shot on West Lynches River Road in a quiet area of Darlington County. The incident, which occurred around 2:05 A.M., resulted in Wright being pronounced dead at the scene by the county coroner.
Born on December 9, 1996, in Hartsville, South Carolina, Shaquille was a son to Denise Hough and Donnell Muldrow
and a product of McBee High School. He was a father to four daughters, Kyla, Khia, Khloe, and Kalani, with his longtime girlfriend, Shakayla Damon. His unexpected death sent ripples of grief through his family and the wider community, raising concerns about local violence.
While the shooting also resulted in injuries to other individuals, authorities have not released their identities or conditions. The Darlington County Sheriff's Office, along with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, are actively investigating the homicide. To date, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting, and law enforcement has not publicly identified any suspects. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to uncover a motive and bring those responsible for Shaquille Wright's death to justice.
