In the late hours of a Saturday night in Columbia, South Carolina, the life of 23-year-old Chance M. Brooks was tragically cut short. On October 25, 2025, police responded to reports of a shooting in the 3400 block of Bellingham Road. Upon arrival at the scene, which is located in a neighborhood between U.S. 176 and North Main Street, officers discovered a male victim outside with gunshot wounds.
Emergency responders found Brooks, a resident of Columbia, and immediately began to
administer life-saving treatment before he was transported to a local hospital. Despite their efforts, Chance M. Brooks was pronounced dead at the hospital. The Richland County Coroner's Office later confirmed his identity.
The Columbia Police Department is actively investigating the fatal shooting. At this time, details regarding a potential motive or any suspect or suspects have not been released to the public. Authorities have not made any arrests in connection with the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing, and law enforcement has encouraged anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact CrimeStoppers.
