In the winter of 2025, the community of Florence, South Carolina, was unsettled by the tragic death of Axel Galeano-Lizardo, a 23-year-old male. On January 24th, authorities from the Florence County Sheriff's Office were called to a residence on Gilbert Drive, where they discovered Galeano-Lizardo unresponsive. He had sustained multiple gunshot wounds, and the nature of his injuries led investigators to immediately treat the case as a homicide.
The Florence County Coroner's Office
confirmed the victim's identity and scheduled an autopsy at the Medical University of South Carolina to further investigate the circumstances surrounding his death. The violent nature of the incident sent ripples of concern and sadness through the local community. Law enforcement officials began a thorough investigation into the apparent homicide, seeking to piece together the events that led to the young man's untimely demise.
As the investigation continues, details about potential suspects or any arrests made in connection with the shooting of Axel Galeano-Lizardo have not been publicly released. The Florence County Sheriff's Office has urged anyone with information to come forward to assist in their ongoing efforts to bring closure to the case and deliver justice for the victim and his family. The community remains hopeful for answers as they mourn the loss of a young life.
