Aden Dajus Gore, a 21-year-old male, tragically lost his life on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina. Born on June 2, 2004, in Charleston, Aden was a resident of Sumter, South Carolina. He was a cherished son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend who was known for his love of fishing, playing video games, and working on his car.
He was an employee at a UPS store and treasured the time he spent with his family and friends.
The events leading to Aden's untimely death unfolded at a Halloween party at the 930 NoMo apartment complex in Charleston. An altercation broke out in a second-floor hallway shortly after 12:45 a.m. During the fight, gunfire erupted, and responding officers found Aden in the hallway with a fatal gunshot wound. The Charleston County Coroner's Office later confirmed that he died at the scene. Another adult male was also shot in the leg during the incident but sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
In the wake of the shooting, the Charleston police began an investigation that led to the identification of a suspect. Witnesses reported that 20-year-old Zaire Christopher Nelson of Charleston had been recklessly displaying a handgun at the party before the altercation began. Investigators allege that as the fight between Aden and another individual escalated, Nelson fired multiple shots, striking both men.
Following the investigation, Zaire Christopher Nelson was arrested and charged with murder in connection with the Halloween party shooting. While the legal proceedings are underway, Aden's family and friends have been left to mourn his sudden and tragic loss. A visitation to honor his life was held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Parks Funeral Home. His sister organized an online fundraiser to assist with funeral expenses, and his passing has been noted on gun violence memorial pages.
